completely exonerate the accused. Applications for compensation will not be considered simply because, at trial, or on appeal, the prosecution was unable to sustain the burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt in relation to the charge brought. If payment of compensation is agreed in principle, the amount to be paid will be determined by an independent assessor. 126. In 1986, ex gratia payments of compensation in respect of unlawful detention were made in five cases. There were six such payments in 1987 and five in 1988. In those cases where persons had been held in custody charged with an offence not subsequently pursued or had been acquitted at court or on appeal, eight ex gratia payments were made in 1986, eight in 1987 and three in 1988 (see also paras. 212-213 below). CCPR/C/58/Add.6 page 30 Compensation for harm sustained by detained persons 127. A detained person is no longer required, when offered ex_Statia payment of compensation in respect of harm sustained during detention, to sign a waiver restricting his right to take other forms of action. Article 10 Prisons 128. In summer 1989, the United Kingdom had a prison population of about 55,600, or 98 per 100,000 inhabitants. The population reached its highest level of 57,500 at the end of November 1987, having increased from 49,200 at the end of July 1984. 129. In summer 1989, England and Wales had a prison population of about 49,128 or 97 per 100,000 inhabitants, an increase of 7,000 since summer 1984. The population reached its highest level in recent years of 51,239 in July 1987. In summer 1989, Scotland had a prison population of about 4,997, or 98 per 100,000. The population reached its highest level of 5,797 in March 1986, having increased from 4,465 since summer 1984. In Northern Ireland, the 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the treatment of detained persons, including compensation for harm sustained during detention and the prison population. The language used is formal and official, suggesting a government or international organization report. The content is focused on human rights and criminal justice, rather than economic or environmental issues.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief, Health