Overview
- David Lammy told MPs the government will redesign separation centres into a tiered regime and start implementation planning at once.
- The toughest units will be explored on a supermax-style model for the most violent and disruptive extremists, with movement only after rigorous risk assessments.
- Intelligence gathering and operational processes will be tightened, with specialist training for unit staff and reduced bureaucracy to speed decisions.
- Ministers will consider legislation to limit successful Article 8 challenges to separation decisions following a recent High Court ruling, while remaining within ECHR obligations.
- Recent safety measures include £15 million for equipment, 10,000 stab-proof vests and Tasers for 500 officers, and the Prison Officers’ Association welcomed the plan.