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.
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!
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?
