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Overcrowded prisons – 1,700 inmates released

There is a severe shortage of space in prisons in the United Kingdom. Therefore, 1,700 prisoners in England and Wales will be released prematurely on Tuesday, which has sparked criticism.
Overcrowded prisons – 1,700 inmates released

Britain's Prisons Full - Prisoners Released

The UK's prisons will be overcrowded in September if they continue to imprison people at the same rate as now. The UK is now forced to release over 5,500 prisoners, writes [Financial Times](https://www.
Britain's Prisons Full - Prisoners Released

Shorter sentences for British prisoners

The British prison system is in crisis with overcrowded prisons and reports of riots. Now the government is introducing emergency measures and shortening the sentences of a large proportion of prisoners.
Shorter sentences for British prisoners

Starmer's finance minister is the first woman in the post

Britain's new Prime Minister Keir Starmer has made a rapid start to the job by presenting a range of ministers in the new Labour government. The country is getting its first female Finance Minister in Rachel Reeves.
Starmer's finance minister is the first woman in the post
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