James Timpson, the prisons minister, stated that the 2,964 individuals serving indeterminate sentences could potentially see improved chances for release with more frequent reviews every six months. He introduced a traffic light system to assess each prisoner’s progress, assigning ratings of green, amber, or red based on their readiness for release. This new approach aims to provide better oversight, yet he dismissed suggestions for a resentencing procedure, citing public safety concerns.
Labour peer Tony Woodley condemned the existing imprisonment for public protection regime as a miscarriage of justice, remarking that it cruelly fails individuals for minor offenses while inflicting profound mental distress. He expressed frustration at the lack of government support for his bill aimed at resentencing, highlighting the public’s potential misjudgment of the case and urging Lords to act. He emphasized that the situation cannot continue, criticizing inaction saying it risks damaging public perception.
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