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Probation staff misjudge risk posed by criminals ‘in most cases’

A 55% rise in serious offenses by probationers is linked to staff shortages and heavy workloads, with risk assessments adequate in only 28% of cases, MPs report.

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The poor performance of alienated and overworked staff is jeopardising public safety and the service is ‘on the brink’, MPs found.

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Probation staff misjudge risk posed by criminals ‘in most cases’

The poor performance of alienated and overworked staff is jeopardising public safety and the service is ‘on the brink’, MPs found

·United Kingdom
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The Times broke the news in United Kingdom on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
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