An essential part of the Board's role is to visit HMP Rye Hill on
a rota basis, at different times of the day and night, often unannounced.
The Board has access to every area of the prison and members listen
to prisoners' comments and where necessary ensure appropriate action
is taken, sometimes taking their concerns to the Director of the prison
or Home Secretary.
Prisoners can feel confident that speaking to members of the board
is in the strictest confidence. This is an extremely important area
of the Board's work.
Each Board member has an area of the establishment to focus upon.
Reports of their
visits are written up and are discussed at a monthly meeting with
the Director. A member of |
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IMB have access to all areas of HMP Rye Hill |
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the Board is in the prison
on most days and the Board is always happy to be of assistance to
both prisoners and staff.
To view the highlights of the IMB report for 2001 please visit the
press centre. To view the full report please contact the IMB.
For more information about what the IMB are, the rewards and details
about your local IMB and how to apply, please visit the IMB Website.
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