Prisons Progress

Synopsis

Examines the development of the Prison Service, looking at prison reform, the bringing of prisons under the Prison Commission’s control in 1878, and the 1949 Criminal Justice Act, which ushered in a more humane and constructive era in the treatment of criminals. Surveys prison life today, including the treatment of women prisoners and prisoners’ working conditions, education and physical recreation. Looks at the work of various members of the prison staff. Concludes by looking forward to the 1990s when the building of 16 new prisons and the refurbishment of old prisons is expected to be completed.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 16 min.

Year of production

1986

Availability

OUT OF DISTRIBUTION

Notes

For information on availabiliy, contact: Film Images, www.film-images.com

Subjects

Law

Keywords

prisons

Production Company

Name

Central Office of Information

Phone

020 7928 2345

Fax

020 7928 5037

Address

Hercules Road
LONDON
SE1 7DU

Notes

Contact: Vince Sannessee

Sponsor

Name

Home Office

Distributor

Name

CFL Vision