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Jenrick Demands Action Against Prison Perks for Violent Offenders

10/18/2025

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Robert Jenrick criticized David Lammy for a loophole letting violent offenders receive perks like video games.
He cited Axel Rudakubana, the Southport killer, arguing murderers and rapists should not benefit from prison incentives.
Jenrick urged Lammy to amend these rules immediately.
The Commons approved an urgent question on the China espionage case, with Neil O’Brien seeking clarity on witness statements related to alleged breaches of the Official Secrets Act.

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Robert Jenrick criticized David Lammy for a loophole letting violent offenders receive perks like video games.
He cited Axel Rudakubana, the Southport killer, arguing murderers and rapists should not benefit from prison incentives.
Jenrick urged Lammy to amend these rules immediately.
The Commons approved an urgent question on the China espionage case, with Neil O’Brien seeking clarity on witness statements related to alleged breaches of the Official Secrets Act.