Hundreds of prisoners freed in England and Wales — Early release

Hundreds of prisoners in England and Wales are being released before finishing their sentences, as the government said it was essential to ease overcrowding and avoid the justice system collapsing.

Official response and confirmed impact

Probation officers have warned that they may not have the resources to monitor all of them, while survivors of domestic abuse and violent crimes are fearful over the prospect of offenders being let back into the community.

A warning: our report contains scenes of domestic violence that viewers may find upsetting, as well as moderately offensive language.

Early release: Hundreds of prisoners freed in England and Wales