The English Prison SystemRuggles-Brise, Evelyn, Sir
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The English Prison System
Ruggles-Brise, Evelyn, Sir
Prisons -- Great Britain
12. The object of the system is to individualize, and this can only be
done with the cordial co-operation of the Tutors, whose time will be
devoted to the careful observation of each inmate coming within their
command. Subject, of course, to the general authority and supervision
of the Chaplain, the Tutors will, in addition to their other duties,
be responsible for the organisation of the Education of inmates in the
lower and higher stages. Elementary Education will, as a rule, be left
in the hands of the Schoolmasters, provided for this purpose, but the
Tutors will themselves superintend and conduct the Higher and Technical
Education in conformity with the Syllabus laid down.
13. It is not necessary to fill in this sketch of the system to be
aimed at in greater detail. The problem of the best system to adopt
for the handling, treatment and the reclamation of these lads can
only be arrived at after much experience. Governors will have a free
hand in experimental work, and will at their respective Institutions
work out the system as best they can, with the co-operation of an
efficient staff. Details as to hours of duty etc. are matters which can
generally be arranged by discussion between the Governor and his staff.
Officers will understand that the Borstal System is a very peculiar
and difficult problem, and that the administration of it differs
essentially from that of ordinary prisons. They will, I feel sure,
co-operate heartily with any scheme which the Commissioners may decide
is necessary for the full efficiency of the system.
E. RUGGLES-BRISE.
Instructions for carrying out the Regulations under the Prevention of
Crime Act, 1908.
MALES.
1. All inmates on reception will be placed in the Ordinary Grade when
they will pass by Progressive Stages through a Probationary to a
Special Grade.
_Ordinary Grade._
2. An inmate will remain in the Ordinary Grade for at least three
months, and will be employed on domestic service.
No Association at meals: no conversation.
During this period he will be carefully observed by the whole staff as
to his character, mentality, and fitness for a special trade.
One letter on reception. One letter and one visit (30 minutes), or
letter in lieu.
_Intermediate Grade "A"._
3. At least three months: placed in a trade suitable to his individual
taste and capacity. Meals in association. No games in evening. Games on
Saturday. Two letters and one visit (40 minutes) or letter in lieu.
_Intermediate Grade "B"._
4. At least three months: Games on Saturday out of doors. Weekly
newspapers. Two letters and two visits (40 minutes) or letters in lieu.
_Probationary Grade._
5. To be selected by the Institution Board. Meals in association. Games
in association in evening inside. Games in playing fields on Saturday
afternoon and evening if possible. Daily newspapers. One letter and one
visit (40 minutes) or letter in lieu every fortnight.
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