Problem

Assaults on prison staff

Incidence:
In the UK in 1993 the number of attacks on prison staff rose by 20% from 1,750 to 2,887. Officers were stabbed, taken hostage at knifepoint, and struck. Some had arms or legs broken and endured ligatures and handcuffs.
Subject(s):
Social Activity Staff
Societal Problems Detention
Defence Conflict
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
GOAL 16: Peace and Justice Strong Institutions
Problem Type:
J: Problems Under Consideration
Date of last update
01.01.2000 – 00:00 CET