Barry Prosser killing in prison

Title

Barry Prosser killing in prison

Genre

Interview

TX Date

20 Oct 1981

Year of production

1981

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Duration

00:02:18

Description

Interview with local MP John Blackburn following the dropping of charges against prison officers following the death of Barry Prosser while in Winson Green Prison, Birmingham having been beaten to death. He is calling for action and an inquiry. Female interviewer not identified.

Contributors

John Blackburn

Keywords

Prisons; Violence; Homicide; Birmingham; Barry Prosser; Public inquiries; Prison officers; Prisoners; Winson Green Prison

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