HM Prison Service: Vetting
Commons · Question 3216 · Tabled 20 May 2026 · Ministry of Justice · Official record
Answered 1 Jun 2026
Question
Asked by Grahame Morris
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what steps is the Minister taking to improve the speed of security and vetting checks for prison service applicants.
Answer
Answered by Jake Richards, 1 Jun 2026
The checks that HM Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS) undertake are required to assess individuals against a range of legislative requirements and security related factors that are pertinent to anyone working within a HMPPS environment. We are aware o...