Resumen
The primary legislation governing prisons in England and Wales. Provides for the establishment, management, and regulation of prisons and the treatment of prisoners. Enables the making of Prison Rules.
Puntos clave
- Framework for prison management
- Enables Prison Rules
- Powers of prison officers
- Offences relating to prisons (smuggling, escape)
Partes y secciones
Historial de enmiendas
2022 — Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022
Amendments to provisions on prisoner release and management.