Penal Code Changes Allow More Flexible Approach to Inmates; Marks Shift to Rehabilitation, Preventing New Offenses

Penal Code Changes Allow More Flexible Approach to Inmates; Marks Shift to Rehabilitation, Preventing New Offenses

Changes in the Penal Code’s sentencing categories — the first since the law was established in 1907 — mark a significant shift toward a more flexible system with a greater focus on rehabilitation and preventing recidivism after an inmate is released.

Sentencing changes to cost 'hundreds of millions’ in extra policing, Met chief tells LBC

Proposed changes to criminal sentencing guidelines are set to cost "hundreds of million" in extra policing costs, Metropolitan Police Chief Sir Mark Rowley has told LBC.