Rapists and child sex offenders to be barred from early release scheme
The UK government is implementing new restrictions to prevent rapists and child sex offenders from accessing early release schemes in England and Wales. The move follows criticism from PC Andrew Harper's widow, whose husband's killers remain eligible for early release despite their serious crimes, highlighting a gap in current legislation.
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Rapists and child sex offenders to be barred from early release scheme
The UK government is implementing new restrictions to prevent rapists and child sex offenders from accessing early release schemes in England and Wales. The move follows criticism from PC Andrew Harper's widow, whose husband's killers remain eligible for early release despite their serious crimes, highlighting a gap in current legislation.
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