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He was particularly impressed by the conditions of detention in two of the five prisons that he visited, which were dedicated to holding those convicted or suspected of having committed terrorist offences. He visited Al Hair and Dhahban prisons, examined the facilities and spoke with both staff and inmates at both institutions. The standard of care, and the conditions of detention in these facilities, including medical, vocational training and recreational facilities, appeared above the norm. Generous provision is made for family and conjugal visits, and prisoners are encouraged to remain close to their families. Saudi Arabia can rightly be proud of the rehabilitative nature of the facilities in which it houses certain prisoners accused of terrorism.