Challenges in the British Prison System

This chapter explores the insights of a former prison officer reflecting on his career and the growing problems within the UK prison service, including violence, overcrowding, and budget cuts. It highlights the disillusionment among staff and advocates for a re-evaluation of sentencing practices and rehabilitation approaches. The discussion also looks at successful decarceration strategies from other countries, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions to the challenges posed by increasing incarceration rates.

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