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Ex-Prisons Minister Slams Labour's 'Softer Justice' Proposal

5/20/2025

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Former Prisons Minister Ann Widdecombe has slammed Labour's plan for convicted criminals to undertake community service, labeling it as "softer justice." She contends that opting for community service over prison due to overcrowding is misguided and calls on the government to expand prison capacity. An independent review of sentencing is anticipated shortly.

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Former Prisons Minister Ann Widdecombe has slammed Labour's plan for convicted criminals to undertake community service, labeling it as "softer justice." She contends that opting for community service over prison due to overcrowding is misguided and calls on the government to expand prison capacity. An independent review of sentencing is anticipated shortly.