MONITORING PLACES OF DETENTION : A PRACTICAL GUIDE 143 ■ Are there special diets for the sick, the elderly, children accompanying their mothers? ■ Are dietary restrictions for religious reasons respected? ■ Does the food available reflect the ethnic composition of the detainees? ■ Is there a canteen or shop inside the place where detainees can buy food and under what circumstances? Who decides on the stock? ■ What are the regulations and practices for families bringing in food? ■ What are the conditions in the kitchen where the food is prepared? Are they regularly inspected for health and safety? 3