-63 prisoners in their cells for more than 22 hours a day? Since when (how many weeks/months)? Why? • Do prisoners have regular, predictable and equitable access to a range of out of cell activities that are not cancelled unnecessarily? Do prisoners receive information on this? If not, why? • Is there a standard on how often prisoners should be able to use e.g. the library and the room for recreational activities or should be able to take part in sports/fitness or cultural activities? • Are there any offers for purposeful in-cell activities for prisoners who have not been allocated a work placement? • Is there a system for allowing equitable access to activities? • How long is the waiting time for prisoners for taking part in daily activities such as work? • Are any groups of prisoners discriminated against? What are the reasons? • Are there any activities which promote learning, well-being and rehabilitation? • Do prisoners feel safe and secure and are free from physical and verbal abuse during their education, work and other activities? Which activities are overseen by the staff to ensure their safety and why? • Do rehabilitative programmes offer sufficient space for those who have to/would like to participate? • Are offender rehabilitation plans designed for each prisoner to address their specific needs, manage any risk of harm and reduce their risk of reoffending? • How is the prison management encouraging a rehabilitative culture among staff? Example questions for NPMs’ own assessment - contact with the outside world • Are there a sufficient number of telephones available? Do prisoners have easy access and can speak in privacy for a reasonable time without having to fight over the phone? Can prisoners also use phones during the evening? • Is there a possibility for family visits? Are visiting areas sensitive to the needs and the safety of children? How are visitors treated by staff? Monitoring Prison Violence