Transgender Prisoners in Britain
Transgender prisoners in Britain convicted of sexual offences or violent crimes raise concerns about housing biological males in female prisons. Majority of transgender prisoners convicted of sex offences. Controversy over male sex offenders housed in female prisons.
Key Points
- 74% of British transgender prisoners convicted of sex offences
- Majority of transgender prisoners housed in male prisons
- Need for better segregation of prisoners by sex
Pros
- Data sheds light on the issue of housing transgender prisoners in female prisons
- Calls for better policies and regulations regarding transgender prisoners
Cons
- High percentage of transgender prisoners convicted of sex offences
- Safety concerns for female inmates in the presence of male sex offenders