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Prisons update

29 June 2020

Proposing MP
Robert Buckland Con
South Swindon
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Justice
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement is about reaffirming the government's commitment to building additional prison places in the UK.

Action Requested

The government is announcing funding and delivery of around 6,500 new prison places through the construction of four new prisons, with one already having outline planning permission for a 1,440 place facility. This action supports the modernisation of the prison estate and provides a boost to the UK construction sector post-COVID-19.

Key Facts

  • The government is committed to creating up to 10,000 additional prison places.
  • Around 6,500 new prison places are being funded through four new prisons.
  • Full Sutton in East Yorkshire has outline planning permission for a new 1,440 place prison.
  • Further work is underway to identify and secure sites for three more prisons each comprising approximately 1,680 places.
  • These projects will support the UK construction sector following the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • HMPPS has worked with suppliers to ensure safe continuation of construction at Wellingborough.
  • The government aims for a mixed market in custodial services, with plans for at least one new prison to be publicly operated.
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