Personal Protective Equipment Prison and Probation Staff 2020-06-09
2020-06-09
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The MP is concerned about the availability of PPE in prisons during the COVID-19 outbreak.
What assessment has been made on the adequacy of PPE for (a) prison and (b) probation staff during the pandemic?
PPE is critical for protecting staff and inmates in close contact situations. Adequate stock exists based on public health guidance; hundreds of thousands of items are stocked. The Secretary confirms continued support for staff, mentioning ongoing discussions with unions as lockdown measures ease.
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