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Ageing prison population

Status: Closed Opened: 15 Apr 2020 Closed: 29 Apr 2021 20 recommendations 1 conclusion 1 report

This inquiry looked at the impact on the prison system of an ageing prison population. Older prisoners are the fastest growing group in prisons and they have specific needs. We explored what these needs are and how they are catered for by the prison system. We also looked at the impact of coronavirus on older … Show more

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Reports

1 report
Title HC No. Published Items Response
5th Report - Ageing prison population HC 304 27 Jul 2020 21 Responded

Recommendations & Conclusions

1 item
16 Recommendation 5th Report - Ageing prison population Accepted in Part

Older prisoners can experience greater levels of institutionalisation and be less able to live independently...

Older prisoners can experience greater levels of institutionalisation and be less able to live independently following their release compared to younger cohorts. Many will require additional support to prepare them to re-join society. Release programmes and guidance that are age relevant, focusing on issues such as using technology, finding accommodation, … Read more

Government response AI summary
The government describes NHS England's RECONNECT service, funded with £20 million, which supports vulnerable prison leavers to engage with community health services. This partially addresses the recommendation for support, but doesn't explicitly cover broader age-relevant guidance on technology, accommodation, or benefits.
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Correspondence

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2 Jul 2020 — Ageing prison population inquiry written evidence from Prisons & Probation Ombu…
2 Jul 2020 — Ageing prison population written evidence from Ministry of Justice, Department …
1 Jul 2020 To cttee Letter from Sue McAllister CB, Prisons and Probation Ombudsman, dated 12 June 2…