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Early release prisoners are returning to jail quickly, say governors

Early release prisoners are returning to jail quickly, say governors

Prison governors say inmates freed early under the 2024 scheme are reoffending and coming back, creating a "revolving door" effect. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has revealed alterations to the forthcoming early release programme, commencing in October, which will disqualify individuals found guilty of unlawful killing.

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