Guidance
Food in prisons policy framework
Sets out how prisons should plan, prepare, and serve safe and acceptable meals for prisoners.
Applies to England and Wales
Documents
Details
The food in prisons policy framework is intended to support governors and catering teams to provide nutritious and safe meals for prisoners.
It covers:
- maintaining clean, safe, and secure areas and equipment for food preparation, cooking and serving.
- planning varied and balanced nutritious meals
- planning and managing the safe service of meals
- mandatory requirements
- legislative requirements
- guidance and supporting documentation
Updates to this page
Published 31 July 2025