UK government rejects resentence calls for over 2,700 IPP prisoners, amid opposition and criticism.

The UK government has rejected calls to resentence prisoners serving under the abolished Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) scheme, which was phased out in 2012. Over 2,700 inmates are still affected, with some serving more than a decade past their original terms. The House of Lords has pushed for resentencing, citing high suicide rates among these prisoners. However, the government opposes changes, fearing it could release dangerous offenders. A new action plan aims to support IPP prisoners but has been criticized by families.

November 15, 2024
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