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flag Scotland's prisons hit a record 8,430 inmates, prompting calls for reform amid overcrowding and early releases.

flag Scottish prisons have hit a record 8,430 inmates, sparking concern over overcrowding and safety. flag Tory leader Russell Findlay criticized the Scottish government's third early release initiative, calling it a reversal of court sentences and blaming the SNP for failing to expand prison capacity over two decades. flag He noted nearly 1,000 early releases have occurred, some followed by reoffending. flag HM Inspector of Prisons Sara Snell urged long-term reforms, including building more facilities, changing sentencing, expanding community alternatives, and improving mental health and addiction support.

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