Made under the Prison Act 1952
1 statutory instrument made using powers in the Prison Act 1952, newest first. Each one is explained section by section in plain English.
The Prison (Governor’s and Adjudicators’ Punishments) (Amendment) Rules 2026
- Department: Ministry of Justice
- Made under: Prison Act 1952
Expanded the maximum duration of prison disciplinary punishments and introduced new restrictions on social visits for convicted prisoners in England and Wales.
This statutory instrument amends the Prison Rules 1999 to increase the severity of disciplinary punishments and introduce new restrictions on social visits for convicted prisoners in England and Wales.
It authorizes prison governors and independent adjudicators to double the maximum duration of certain penalties, such as the forfeiture of privileges and the awarding of additional days' imprisonment, while creating new categories of punishment specifically targeting non-professional social contact.
The rules apply to convicted prisoners found guilty of disciplinary offences, though they provide specific exemptions to ensure prisoners can still receive visits from their children.