UK crime victims alarmed by early release of violent offenders, including domestic abusers.

Victims of crime in the UK are alarmed by the early release of violent offenders, particularly domestic abusers, due to perceived gaps in legislation. Elizabeth Hudson, a domestic abuse survivor, expressed her fears to Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood, highlighting that her ex-husband could be released early despite his violent past. The victims' commissioner, Baroness Newlove, warns that flaws in the system may increase risks for future victims. The Ministry of Justice attributes the early release program to a collapsing prison system but acknowledges the need for reforms.

October 20, 2024
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