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UK proposes prison reforms, including early releases and community sentences, to reduce overcrowding.
The UK government is considering major prison reforms to tackle overcrowding, including releasing fewer criminals to jail and focusing on community sentences.
Led by former Justice Secretary David Gauke, the proposals suggest early release for well-behaved prisoners, alternative punishments like driving bans, and ending short sentences under 12 months.
The changes aim to reduce the prison population by about 9,800, though early release for the most dangerous offenders will be excluded.
The government is also considering chemical castration for serious sex offenders.
Critics argue these changes could lead to increased crime rates.
El Reino Unido propone reformas penitenciarias, incluidas las liberaciones anticipadas y las penas comunitarias, para reducir la sobrepoblación.