Jeremy Lightfoot, Chief Executive of Corrections talks to the media about the ongoing riot at Waikeria Prison. The starvation tactics used during the Waikeria riot are copping criticism from a former head of the prison system. Corrections chief executive Jeremy Lightfoot said during the riot Corrections had not provided additional food and water to the inmates as that could form part of the negotiating process. READ MORE:* Waikeria Prison surrender: Family members claim complaints about 'disgusting' conditions made, despite Corrections saying otherwise* Waikeria Prison Riot: 'Violent' inmates raid weapons room, fears staff may be attacked* Waikeria Prison rioters 'commendable' - anti prison group* There's a long way to travel towards a better prison system for MāoriThe department said it remained proud of the actions of its staff during the riot as it awaits the findings of two reviews underway into the disorder. He said the starvation tactics used by Corrections during the riot, like the conditions highlighted in the Ombudsman's report, went against the new approach.

Source: Stuff January 05, 2021 15:56 UTC