The early release scheme led to a record drop in the UK prison population, with an unprecedented weekly decline of 2,188 prisoners, demonstrating significant criminal justice reform.
This fall comes as a result of the government’s early release scheme, allowing those serving lighter sentences to leave after 40%, instead of 50% of their terms.
The scheme excludes serious violent offenders and sex offenders, but permits early release for those serving consecutive sentences for less serious crimes.
The immediate release of 1,700 prisoners on the same day sparked jubilation among those freed but also concern and rage from victims’ support groups.
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