| answer text |
<p>71 of the 88 recommendations made in the report of the Zahid Mubarek inquiry were
implemented in full.</p><p>Of the remaining recommendations, 15 were either partially
implemented or superseded by other developments. Two were rejected at the time of
implementation. Action to improve prison safety and security continues alongside reforms
to overhaul the system to focus on the rehabilitation of offenders. We are tackling
the supply and demand of drugs, drones and phones, which drive prison violence and
undermine safety.</p><p>We are redoubling our efforts to address the record levels
of self-harm. We have taken immediate action to strengthen the frontline. We have
passed our target to recruit 2,500 extra prison officers, seven months ahead of schedule.
Over 3,100 new staff are in post. This will allow us to implement the key worker role,
allowing staff dedicated time to provide support to individual prisoners, which will
help us deal with emerging threats and to improve safety.</p><p>We are not aware of
any recent representations from Mr Justice Keith.</p>
|
|
