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Society
Probation Officers Strike Vote Hits UK Prison Release Plan
Probation officers in England and Wales voted to strike over pay and workloads, threatening the government's early prisoner release scheme. Strike action set fo...
Society
Prison Recalls Exceed Releases in England and Wales
For the first time, more prisoners were recalled than released in England and Wales during Q1 2026, with breaches rising 31% and straining prison capacity.