Minister of Justice Ali Sabry says he expects to provide an opportunity for prisoners who have displayed good behaviour to spend one week with their families in the near future.
The Minister made the observation during a discussion held yesterday (23) at the Welikada Prison premises with senior officials of the Prisons Department.
However, he pointed out that this opportunity will only be granted to prisoners who have proven to have been in good behaviour during their imprisonment.
Minister Sabry explained that the Justice Minister is vested with powers under the Prisons Ordinance to grant leave for prisoners who have displayed good behaviour.
He said as per the Ordinance, leave can be granted only to prisoners who have been on their best behaviour and have proven to do so.
The Justice Minister further said he intends to implement this process as soon as possible, adding that the leave will be provided subject to conditions. (NewsWire)