A PRISON for criminals from across London and the east of England could be forced on Basildon.
Billericay Tory MP John Baron branded the proposal "ridiculous" and said existing prisons should be expanded to meet growing demand.
Basildon Council leader Malcolm Buckley admitted the Government could ultimately force a prison on the district, but vowed to fight any move.
Published Wednesday, December 7, 2005
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