Written questions

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...