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www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
Social justice

Calls to end living nightmare' of indefinite jail terms ahead of crunch Lords debate

Experts plea for an end to indefinite jail terms like IPP sentences
Coalition of 11 organizations advocate for resentencing IPP prisoners [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
Social justice

Mum's fears her son will be sent back to jail for stealing a phone 20 years ago

Indefinite jail terms called Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) sentences have left thousands trapped in prison with no release date.
IPP sentences were found to be fundamentally unjust by the European Court of Human Rights. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
Mental health

Vulnerable prisoner serving indefinite jail term held in isolation for 800 days

Prisoners with mental health needs are frequently placed in isolation, sometimes for years, due to overcrowded prisons and delays in finding space in health units.
Inmates serving imprisonment for public protection sentences (IPP) are particularly affected, with high rates of suicide and self-harm. [ more ]
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