136.Section 59 repeals the power to set up remand centres. No remand centres have ever been set up under this power. Section 56 of the Act will lead to 18-20 year old offenders being detained together with 17-20 year old remands and this removes the main reason for the existence of the power to establish remand centres.
Commentary on Sections Part III: Dealing with Offenders Chapter II: Miscellaneous Section 59: Remand Centres