Question to the Ministry of Justice:

To ask His Majesty's Government what progress has been made on the roll-out of stab vests to high-risk prison staff.

In June, the Government announced that protective body armour would be issued to frontline prison officers working in the highest risk areas of the prison estate. Delivery of this equipment began in September and is expected to be completed by the end of the month. This initiative is part of our wider commitment to enhancing safety and security across the prison estate, ensuring staff are properly equipped to carry out their duties in demanding environments.