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LGBTQ+ lives in prisons: addressing the policy-practice gap
Scott Thomas1, Jonathan Glazzard2
1Independent Researcher, Leicester, UK.
International Journal of Prison Health
|December 2, 2024
Summary
This study reveals a significant gap between LGBTQ+ policies and their actual implementation in UK prisons, highlighting the need for better practices and awareness.
Area of Science:
- Criminology and Social Policy
- LGBTQ+ Studies in Justice Systems
Background:
- Existing research on LGBTQ+ individuals in UK prisons is limited.
- There is a recognized need to bridge the disparity between established LGBTQ+ policies and their practical application within correctional facilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ prisoners to identify discrepancies between policy and practice.
- To stimulate discussion and advocate for improved policies, training, and awareness regarding LGBTQ+ rights in UK prisons.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the co-authored lived experiences of a currently serving gay prisoner.
- Analyzed specific examples of prison life to illustrate policy-practice gaps.
- Informed recommendations based on these lived experiences and highlighted policy deficiencies.
Main Results:
- Confirmed a substantial disconnect between LGBTQ+ policy and its practical application in the UK prison estate.
- Identified inconsistent risk assessment procedures and policy manipulation by both staff and inmates.
Conclusions:
- Lived experiences, while unique, align with existing research, underscoring the need for further investigation into LGBTQ+ prisoner experiences.
- Implementing proposed recommendations can lead to a more consistent application of LGBTQ+ prisoners' rights and foster inclusive prison cultures.
- This unique insight into daily prison life for LGBTQ+ individuals offers valuable perspectives for policymakers and researchers.
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