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Mar 1, 1166
Henry II began to build prisons
Henry II built newgate prison in London.
The conditions were basic. Prisoners slept on bare earth and recieved bread and water every other day. -
Apr 26, 1400
Houses Of Correction Were Built
The houses of Correction were used to deal with people accused of begging.
These people were known as vagabonds, they had to work in return for food. -
John Howard helped to change the law to improve prison conditions
Goalers were paid by the goverment; prisoners were given better medical treatment and were visited by clergymen.
The new rules were not always obeyed. -
John Howard investigated prison conditions
He wrote a report called ' The state of prisons in England and Wales'
John found that prison conditions were filthy and most people were in prison because they owed money. -
John Howard died in the Ukraine
He was trying to make prison conditions better. -
James Hillier wrote to the house of Commons asking for help
James Hillier was a prisoner.
James was complaining about prison conditions after Howards reforms. -
The Howard league for Penal (prison) reform was established to help prisoners
It was named after John Howard.
The league continues to help to rehabilitate prisoners, especially children and young people.
