House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
HMP Wandsworth Update
08 January 2024 · Ministry of Justice
Proposed by Alex Chalk Con Cheltenham
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The independent investigation into an alleged escape from HMP Wandsworth in September 2023 has concluded.
- The minister has requested that Keith Bristow's recommendations be implemented at HMP Wandsworth and across other prisons urgently.
- Further information will be shared by the minister once criminal proceedings related to the case are completed.
Issue summary
The statement addresses the conclusion of an independent investigation into an alleged escape from HMP Wandsworth in September 2023.
Action requested
The minister has asked for the recommendations made by Keith Bristow to be implemented as a matter of priority at HMP Wandsworth and across the wider prison estate. The minister is committed to sharing further information when criminal proceedings conclude.
Key facts
- There were 16 escapes from establishments between April 2010 and March 2023.
- Between April 1997 and March 2010, there were 146 escapes from establishments.
- Keith Bristow QPM led the independent investigation into the alleged escape of Daniel Khalife on 6 September 2023.
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