7638 (2026). Dr Tracey McLellan to the Minister of Corrections

7638 (2026). Dr Tracey McLellan to the Minister of Corrections: What is the security classification for each prisoner, if any, in the Prisoners of Extreme Risk Unit (PERU) at Auckland Prison as of 31 January 2026?

Hon Mark Mitchell: I am advised that prisoners can be accommodated in the Prisoners of Extreme Risk Unit (PERU) if there is an ongoing risk they will threaten, intimidate, or behave violently towards others, or influence other prisoners to do the same. This includes prisoners who hold extremist views or who are at risk of radicalisation or violent extremism, as well as prisoners who are connected to sophisticated organised criminal networks and have the capability to seriously compromise the safety and security of staff and prisons. Please see the attached table which provides the security classification of each prisoner held in the PERU at Auckland Prison, as at 31 January 2026.