Following a violent attack on officers at HMP Frankland, the Prison Officers' Association (POA) is pressing for the legal authorization to use electric stun guns in UK prisons. Mark Fairhurst, the POA's national chairman, has pointed out the dire need for improved tactical options when officers face life-threatening scenarios. The call for better protective measures is echoed by Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood, indicating a potential review of safety protocols in the wake of increasing violence against prison staff.
Mark Fairhurst, national chairman of the Prison Officers' Association (POA), stated that in life-threatening situations, officers lack tactical options and need the ability to deploy Tasers.
In a statement, Ms Mahmood emphasized the importance of better protection for prison officers, highlighting the need to evaluate safety measures and weapons available to them.
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