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17/10/2012
Report Highlights Prison Drug Problem
The chief inspector of prisons in England and Wales has warned that the abuse of prescription drugs in jails has become a major concern.
In his annual report, Nick Hardwick said painkillers were not detected under current drug testing procedures.
It is claimed that the drug abuse lead to problems such as drug debts, bullying and the risk of overdose.
The report also raises concerns about prison overcrowding and the escorting of prisoners between courts and jails.
Mr Hardwick said drugs being abused by prisoners included painkillers such as Tramadol, Gabapentin and Pregabalin.
"If a rehabilitation revolution is to be delivered," says the report, "there is a pretty clear choice for politicians and policy makers - reduce prison populations or increase prison budgets."
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In his annual report, Nick Hardwick said painkillers were not detected under current drug testing procedures.
It is claimed that the drug abuse lead to problems such as drug debts, bullying and the risk of overdose.
The report also raises concerns about prison overcrowding and the escorting of prisoners between courts and jails.
Mr Hardwick said drugs being abused by prisoners included painkillers such as Tramadol, Gabapentin and Pregabalin.
"If a rehabilitation revolution is to be delivered," says the report, "there is a pretty clear choice for politicians and policy makers - reduce prison populations or increase prison budgets."
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