# The Prison (Governor’s and Adjudicators’ Punishments) (Amendment) Rules 2026, Introduction: Introductory text


PRISONS, ENGLAND AND WALES
Made 17th June 2026
Laid before Parliament 22nd June 2026
Coming into force 2nd September 2026
The Secretary of State makes these Rules in exercise of the powers conferred by section 47(1) of the Prison Act 1952.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2026/664/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/prison-governors-and-adjudicators-punishments-amendment-rules-2026/introduction
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