Smoking is set to be banned in all prisons in England and Wales, sparking fears inmates may riot when they are stopped from lighting up, it emerged last night.
As of next year, prisoners will be unable to smoke in all parts of the jails – including exercise yards.
They are expected to be offered nicotine patches to help satisfy their cravings.
A pilot project will begin next spring, before being introduced in other prisons during a 12-month period.
