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Mr. Small
asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what provisions he is making to relieve overcrowding in Scottish prisons.
Mr. Maclay
Old cell blocks at two prisons are being renovated for use. Next year I hope that additional prison accommodation will become available as the result of the opening of new institutions for young offenders, which will make it possible to remove prisoners under 21 from the existing prisons.