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UK PM Burnham secures early-release reversal, keeps more criminals jailed
BBC NewsLO·GB·1 day ago
UK Prime Minister announced changes to the Sentencing Act, excluding anyone convicted of manslaughter from early release, following public outcry over the PC Harper killers' parole eligibility. The policy shift responds to a specific case but has broader implications for sentencing reform. Uncertainty remains over retroactive application and parliamentary approval.