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24. In 2011, over 70% of prisoners were unemployed on committal and a similar percentage self-report as not having any particular trade or occupation.

24. In 2011, over 70% of prisoners were unemployed on committal and a similar percentage self-report as not having any particular trade or occupation.

On 30 November 2018, 773 prisoners were on remand.

On 30 November 2017, 736 prisoners were on remand.

On November 30th 2016, 635 (17%) prisoners were on remand.

24.  89.5% of sentenced committals in 2013 were for 12 months or less.

88% of sentenced committals in 2012 were for 12 months or less.

57% of sentenced committals in 2011 were for 6 months or less.

70% of sentenced committals in 2009 were for 6 months or less.

62% of sentenced committals in 2008 were for 6 months or less.

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