Summary
The Bar Council has proposed Covid-style lockdown measures, such as 20-hour curfews and enhanced home detention, as alternatives to incarceration for non-violent offenders in England and Wales.
In a sentencing review led by former justice secretary David Gauke, the council also suggested adopting Sweden’s “part-time prisons,” where inmates can work and maintain family ties.
The proposals aim to address prison overcrowding, with the system expected to face a shortage of 12,400 places by 2027.
Critics argue current policies haven’t reduced crime or reoffending rates, urging a focus on rehabilitation.
Yeah, we call that “house arrest” in America. Don’t know a thing about it, but it seems a healthier option.
Pretty sure it requires an ankle monitor, which you have to pay monthly for.
While we’re at it, can we also focus on improving the material conditions of criminals so there’s no need for them to re-offend?
We’ve got prison at home
That sound actually amazing for the priso- I mean, oh no! It’s so horrible! It’s exactly what they deserve!
