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Will ending short prison sentences fix prison overcrowding? What an expert thinks

People sentenced for similar offences are more likely to offend after a short prison sentence than if they had been given a community sanction.

23.03.2026 10

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Why whole-life imprisonment is rising in England and Wales

There are currently 74 people serving whole-life sentences.

11.12.2025 10

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Jake Phillips