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The Guardian
Burnham prioritizes prisoner retention amid release scheme talks
Andy Burnham has paused the government’s early release scheme aimed at easing prison overcrowding, with a focus on preventing the early release of child sex offenders. Ministers are assessing which serious criminals can be exempted within a 24-hour timeframe, balancing prison space needs against public safety concerns. The review aims to finalize exemptions by the end of the day to avoid system collapse, amid ongoing debates about safety, victim protection, and prison capacity.
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