Government revises plans to tackle prison overcrowding amid pressure from MPs and victims but domestic abusers and killers could still be released early
We are not expecting any media appearances from Andy Burnham today as he is reportedly taking a holiday.
The prime minister took office on 20 July – but will be taking a break from his day-to-day duties to spend time with his family, according to PA Media.
Because we have to go on the basis of the conviction. The conviction in this case was on manslaughter. We simply cannot restrict and remove entirely people who have been convicted of manslaughter.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/politics/live/2026/aug/04/pc-harper-prisoner-early-release-andy-burnham-labour-conservatives-badenoch-latest-news-updates
Author : Yohannes Lowe
Publish date : 2026-08-04 08:58:00
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