Burnham's Pragmatic Intervention: A Necessary Review of Early Prisoner Release Andy Burnham, the newly appointed Prime Minister, has taken a crucial step in addressing the contentious issue of early prisoner release.
His pledge to review the policy, set to come into force this autumn, acknowledges public concerns and recognizes the complexities of the prison system.
The Sentencing Act will allow hundreds of offenders to be released earlier in their sentences, ostensibly easing pressure on overcrowded prisons.