| answer text |
<p>Prisoners on remand are permitted to work while in prison. However, we do not collect
data centrally relating to the number of prisoners remanded in custody who are in
employment while in prison, or who were unemployed prior to being imprisoned. Sentenced
prisoners can be released on temporary licence to attend places of work, provided
they meet certain criteria.</p><p> </p><p>Prisons must be places of rehabilitation,
which will ultimately reduce reoffending. Our Education and Employment strategy sets
out how we will transform our approach to ensure prisoners develop the skills they
need to secure employment on release. We are engaging with employers to take on ex-prisoners
via the New Futures Network (NFN) and have consulted on proposals to increase the
opportunities available to prisoners to gain experience in real workplaces through
Release on Temporary Licence.</p>
|
 |
