14. RECOMMENDATIONS

14.1 For SPS HQ/Area Director

14.1.1 The SPS should more clearly define and then strictly implement, a policy which ensures that prisoners are transferred from the NIC to HMPs Perth, Shotts and Glenochil without undue delay and that they are not disadvantaged in terms of subsequent progression (paragraph 5.6).

14.2 For Area Director/Governor I/C

14.2.1 As a matter of priority, CCTV surveillance equipment should be installed in the staircase within the accommodation area and on each of the landings (paragraph 4.7).

14.2.2 An Addictions Worker should be appointed on a part-time basis, with consideration being given to drawing on the professional expertise of existing Addictions Workers currently employed in the SPS as an interim measure until such time as this appointment can be made (paragraph 5.13).