The UK is facing a prison crisis with occupancy nearing full capacity. To address this, Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced emergency measures that could allow for the early release of sex offenders and domestic abusers who breach their licence conditions, after a minimum of 28 days in custody. This initiative aims to free up 1,400 jail cells but has faced strong criticism from victimsâ advocates, who express concerns about the safety risks posed to the public and victims as a result of these changes.
Victims will understandably feel unnerved and bewildered by today's announcement. If the Probation Service...has all judged these individuals to pose a risk of harm to the public...
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