Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 109102

Prisoners: Offences against Children

Tabled: 28 January 2026

Answered: 3 February 2026

Question

Jim Shannon

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what steps he is taking to ensure that child sex offenders are separated in prisons.

Answer

Jake Richards

Safety in prisons is a key priority. We are working hard to make prisons as safe as possible for those who live and work in them. Safe prisons are vital to enable prisoners to engage in rehabilitative activities that reduce re-offending. Staff are trained...

ⓘ

This is an extract from the Parliament API. Search the full answer on Parliament.uk (UIN 109102) →