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Gaols Act 1823
- When
- 1823
- Where
- Parliament of the United Kingdom
The Gaols Act mandated sex segregated prisons, paid gaolers, and prohibited irons, starting prison reform initiatives.
The Gaols Act 1823 (4 Geo. 4. c. 64) was introduced by Home Secretary Robert Peel. It mandated sex segregated prisons and female warders. The act provided for the payment of gaolers, introduced chaplain visits, and prohibited the use of irons and manacles. It also included provisions for education for inmates.
Sources
- Gaols Act 1823 Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-26
- Robert Peel Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-30
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