Department of Justice 2008-09 Budget
The Government has announced a number of funding initiatives for the Department of Justice in the 2008-09 Budget.
The highlights are:
Tasmania Prison Service 
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$1.6m additional recurrent funding to cover operating costs.
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$800 000 additional one off funding to secure the perimeter fence at the Risdon Prison Complex.
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$874 000 additional one off funding to upgrade holding cells at the Hobart Supreme Court.
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Funding is flagged for 2009-10 to commence Phase D of the Prison Infrastructure Redevelopment Program.
Workplace Standards - Approval & Compliance 
Regional Settlement and Investment Strategies 
Tasmanian State Architect 
Community Legal Centres 
The Tasmanian Government's 2008-09 Budget Documents are available from www.budget.tas.gov.au.