Prisoners freed early across UK jails under new scheme

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 2 Oct, 11:43 · Archive

Hundreds of inmates are being released from prisons across the country under an early release scheme.

An early release scheme has begun, with hundreds of inmates being freed from prisons across the country. The releases are taking place at jails including those in Doncaster.

Some prisoners released under the scheme have raised concerns about its implementation. Freed inmates warned that not all those being released are adequately prepared for their return to the community.

Prisoners freed early across UK jails under new scheme — Image: BBC South Yorkshire

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Freed inmates warn not all ready for early releaseBBC South Yorkshire · 1 Oct, 14:57
Prisoners freed from Doncaster jails as early release scheme beginsDoncaster Free Press · 1 Oct, 11:38

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