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Worcestershire MP calls for more prisons as fears grow over early release

Around 700 prisoners were freed on the first day, and ministers expect 4,500 releases over the next year after public criticism.

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The controversial early release scheme for prisoners has raised concerns in Worcestershire, including from West Worcestershire MP Dame Harriett Baldwin

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Worcestershire MP calls for more prisons as fears grow over early release

The controversial early release scheme for prisoners has raised concerns in Worcestershire, including from West Worcestershire MP Dame Harriett Baldwin

New practice has come into force allowing early release to prevent prison overcrowding in England and Wales. According to British media, about 700 prisoners were released on Thursday; a total of around 4,500 prisoners are expected to be released early by June 2027.

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cotswoldjournal.co.uk broke the news on Friday, October 2, 2026.
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