Justice Secretary Apologises to Families Affected by Early Release Scheme The UK's early release scheme has been mired in controversy for months, with families of victims speaking out against the policy that allows some prisoners to be released from prison before serving their full sentences.
The latest developments have added fuel to the fire, as Justice Secretary Alex Norris apologizes to affected families while defending the need for the scheme.
On its surface, the early release program appears to be a well intentioned effort to reduce overcrowding in prisons and give inmates a second chance at rehabilitation.