Guidance on Environmental Conditions of Detention

M. J.  Grant; Kasey McCall-Smith

Guidance on Environmental Conditions of Detention

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Abstract

‘Environmental conditions’ refer in particular to the sensory environment in places of detention. Four aspects of the sensory environment are discussed in detail: sound, light, temperature and air. ‘Detention’ means any situation in which people are deprived of their liberty. The environmental conditions of detention discussed here cover conditions arising in prisons, remand centres, and secure accommodation for children. However, these issues are also relevant for other sites of detention, such as asylum reception centres, hospitals and care homes when detention is mandated. This brief offers clarity regarding the application of the existing rules of detention and explains why the environmental conditions of detention warrant further consideration.

Original language	English
Publisher	Environmental Conditions of Detention
Publication status	Published - 2024

Keywords / Materials (for Non-textual outputs)

detention conditions
prohibition against torture
cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment
National Preventive Mechanisms

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