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Debate between Lord Cryer and Lord Gove
Tuesday 3rd November 2015

(9 years, 10 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Lord Gove Portrait Michael Gove
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I am grateful to my hon. Friend for bringing that fantastic campaign to the attention of the House. In three simple phrases, he and the organisation sum up what ex-offenders need: work, strong relationships and a place to live.

Lord Cryer Portrait John Cryer (Leyton and Wanstead) (Lab)
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Earlier, the Secretary of State mentioned the recruitment of prison officers. I think that the figure of 420 was used, but that is against a background of a 25% cut in prison officers in the previous Parliament. What is the current shortfall?

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