| answer text |
<p>The link between self-harm and violence is well established and informs our existing
policy. For instance, the Assessment, Care in Custody and Teamwork (ACCT) case management
process for prisoners at risk of self-harm or suicide already includes an enhanced
case management process for use where prisoners pose a risk of harm to others, as
well as to themselves.</p><p> </p><p>We continue to develop our work with this link
in mind. The Prison Safety Programme includes a range of measures designed to address
both violence and suicide and self-harm in our prisons. A study of individuals engaged
in ‘dual harm’ (both to themselves and to others) is taking place in a number of prisons,
and the early findings have been used to inform the programme.</p><p> </p>
|
 |
