S. Iswaran, the former transport minister, was placed in a single-man cell on Monday ( October 7 ), according to the Singapore Prison Service ( SPS) announcement.
This body is about 6. In response to inquiries from CNA, SPS said on Monday night that he had received a straw bed and two blankets for him to sleep. He had 9 square meters of toilet area.
According to SPS, all prisoners in its care are treated the same way and subject to the same jail regulations and procedures.
“S Iswaran received safety, safety and health assessment, as per various inmates. We have placed S Iswaran in a single-man body because we determined that his safety and security are at risk when he is paired with other prisoners. ”
The 62-year-old, who turned himself in before the 4pm date, began his 12-month prison sentence on Monday.
After his appearance, Iswaran received safety, security and health evaluation as per another inmates, said SPS.
“Upon attendance, all individuals have their private possessions collected and documented for storage. When they are released, the products will be returned to them. They are searched for illicit. After which, they are examined by a Prison Medical Officer, ” said SPS.
“All individuals are provided with the basic essentials for normal living – toothbrush, toothpaste, clothes, slippers, towel, and foam knife for meals. ”
SPS said there are different types of cells that can property either one criminal, up to four individuals, or up to eight individuals.
In the body, all jail cells have restrooms. As bedding, a straw bed and two pillows are provided for individuals. After the Prison Medical Officer’s analysis, individuals with serious health problems or medical needs may be housed in an Assisted Living Correctional Unit or a Medical Ward for health monitoring.
According to our evaluation of their safety and security danger, as well as health needs, prisoners are housed in various types of cells, according to the statement.
SPS also said that individuals are encouraged to stay in contact with their family associates and loved ones via face-to-face trips, tele-visits, or e-letters.
“Like all other inmates, S Iswaran can have up to two sessions ( of which one may be a face-to-face visit ), and write up to four e-letters, per month. ”