Following an attack on officers at HMP Frankland, where guards were injured by hot oil and weapons, prison officers are urging the Justice Secretary for the authorization of electric stun guns in high-risk prisons. Mark Fairhurst of the Prison Officers' Association highlighted the urgent need for enhanced protective measures, stating that current options are inadequate. He emphasized the trauma felt by staff and called for specially trained personnel to respond to dangerous situations with Tasers. Abedi, known for his role in the Manchester Arena bombing, has been moved to Belmarsh prison after the incident at Frankland.
Prison officers are calling on the Justice Secretary to allow electric stun guns to be used in the UK's most dangerous prisons to enhance their safety.
Mark Fairhurst emphasized that when facing life-threatening situations, prison officers currently lack adequate tactical options to control violent offenders effectively.
The trauma and anger among the staff at HMP Frankland have escalated, prompting demands for better protective measures, including Taser-equipped responders on site.
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