Offenders: Alcoholic Drinks and Drugs
Commons · Question 16420 · Tabled 7 Jul 2026 · Ministry of Justice · Official record
Answered 16 Jul 2026
Question
Asked by Jim Shannon
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what steps are being taken to support the rehabilitation of offenders with drug or alcohol dependencies.
Answer
Answered by Jake Richards, 16 Jul 2026
Sustained engagement in treatment and recovery is essential to tackling the underlying causes of offending. We work closely with health partners to refer offenders into treatment as early as possible and support ongoing engagement. We are committed to div...