The Justice Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, has proposed a drastic reduction in the number of women incarcerated, aiming for the closure of women's prisons as part of efforts to address a pressing overcrowding crisis in England and Wales.
In her address at the Labour conference, Shabana Mahmood highlighted the alarming state of the justice system, stating it was just 'one bad day from disaster', underscoring the urgency of implementing reforms.
The establishment of the Women's Justice Board is central to the government's new strategy, which will focus on enhancing community support and alternative rehabilitation programs rather than relying heavily on incarceration.
More importantly, Mahmood pointed out that over half of the women in prison are victims of domestic abuse and most have committed non-violent offenses, prompting a shift towards prioritizing support over punishment.
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