Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: Ministry of Justice

Oral Answers to Questions

Ben Goldsborough Excerpts
Tuesday 5th November 2024

(2 weeks, 2 days ago)

Commons Chamber
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Heidi Alexander Portrait Heidi Alexander
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I understand why the hon. Lady raises that issue, but transcripts must be 100% accurate. They are legal documents, so “good enough” simply does not cut it. I will review what technology is available, and I am happy to keep her updated.

Ben Goldsborough Portrait Ben Goldsborough (South Norfolk) (Lab)
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A report from May 2022 showed that only nine of the 32 prison education institutions inspected were judged “good” or “outstanding” by Ofsted; additionally, less than 40% of prisoners took courses up to GCSE level. Does my hon. Friend agree that if we are to tackle rehabilitation, we must improve prison education across the estate?

Nicholas Dakin Portrait Sir Nicholas Dakin
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My hon. Friend is right: the quality of prison education must continually improve if we are to achieve the best possible rehabilitation outcomes.