17th Dec 2010 - 00:00
Abstract
The Clink restaurant at HMP High Down, Sutton, has joined the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA) with the intention of “increasing its own and others environmental awareness levelsâ€.
Stephen Fry, actor, writer, journalist, comedian, television presenter and film director, offered to cover the joining fee, supporting and believing in the vision of The Clink. He commented: "This is the perfect marriage of two of my great loves - the rehabilitation of offenders and great, sustainable food. I am delighted to help the Clink become a member of the Sustainable Restaurant Association." All the meals in The Clink are prepared and served by prisoners. This is part of the prison's efforts to rehabilitate offenders, giving them the skills and experience to get jobs and not to reoffend on their release. Chris Moore, chief executive at The Clink, added: "Joining the Sustainable Restaurant Association was the logical next step for us in our mission to be more committed to a sustainable future. The SRA provides us with all the support and positivity we need to be as environmentally responsive as possible."