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Important information for visitors to our prisons and the Banksia Hill Detention Centre
20 April 2020
For updates, refer to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) update for Department of Justice
Prison social visits suspended
20 April 2020
To protect Western Australia’s prisoners, detainees and staff from the spread of COVID-19, social prison visits have been suspended for now. For updates, refer to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) update for Department of Justice.
Additional phone calls will be available to maintain contact with family, friends and loved ones and the Department is exploring other technological solutions such as Skype.
COVID-19: Coronavirus
We are monitoring the COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation closely and are working with the WA Department of Health to ensure all possible steps are taken to minimise the impact of the virus on Department of Justice services.
We appreciate your cooperation with staff as we navigate this rapidly changing situation, and advise that when entering our facilities you may be questioned about your health and recent travel history
For updates, refer to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) update for Department of Justice.
If you are unable to attend a mandatory or crucial appointment due to health reasons, make contact with the relevant facility to make alternative arrangements.
Our Minister
The Honourable Francis Logan MLA is the Minister for Emergency Services and Corrective Services.
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Annual Report 2018-2019
The annual report provides an overview of the Department’s operations and its compliance with policy and legislation. In line with State Government policy, the report is only available online.