<p>Offence information for the custodial sentenced prison population by sex is already published and can be found in Table 1.2b at the following link:</p><p><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/702300/population-31-march-2018.ods" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/702300/population-31-march-2018.ods</a></p><p> </p><p>Data is now collected on applications to Mother and Baby Units at an individual prisoner level. This enables us to match these applications to protected characteristics and offence details. The information requested can be found in the attachment.</p><p> </p><p>Female prisoners who are pregnant or who have children under the age of 18 months can apply for a place on a Mother and Baby Unit (MBU). The service aims to give the mother and child the best prospect of a successful resettlement in the community.</p><p> </p><p>The best interests and safety of children on the unit are a primary consideration in all matters. MBUs provide comfortable, safe and stimulating environments suitable to the ages and stages of development of children.</p>