I do not necessarily disagree with anything that the member has said, but does she not agree that it is important that we understand why,

That point about the bus is very good. When I did the journey to Peterhead prison, the transport was paid for.

I am not sure what that is compelling evidence of.

The member talked about the unnecessary use of remand.

In England and Wales, certain prisoners contribute a portion of any salary that they earn from paid work outwith the prison gates to a fu

Does the member share my concern that so little is being done to reduce violent crime in the most deprived areas, such that the victimisa

No, and I will say why.

rose—

Will the member give way?

On that point—