In the new Ask The Chair podcast episode, National Chair MarkFairhurst responds to questions on a wide range of subjects – regional pay, allowances for specialist grades, staff safety when on escort duties, problems in the youth custody estate, and the right to strike and “68 is too late” campaigns. Also, questions on the viability and desirability of prison officers being linked to police officers’ terms and conditions and will England beat Norway at the weekend.  Thanks to everyone who submitted questions and apologies that we didn’t get to every single one.  Don’t forget you can ask your question byemailing [email protected].  Please include your name and location so we can check membership details.