Root and Branch review of the parole system
Applies to England and Wales
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Detail of outcome
This document summarises the consultation responses received and the government’s decisions following the Root and Branch review consultation which ran from 20 October to 1 December 2020.
The consultation asked for views on making some parole hearings open to victims of crime or the wider public in some limited circumstances.
Original consultation
Consultation description
This document sets out for consultation the merits of amending the Parole Board Rules to allow victims of crime or the wider public to attend parole hearings in some limited circumstances. The consultation is aimed primarily at people with experience or knowledge of the parole process, victims of crime, and media representatives in England and Wales who may have any insight or an informed view on the questions that are posed, however views will be welcomed from anyone who wishes to respond.
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Last updated 8 February 2021 + show all updates
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Government response published.
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Welsh version published.
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First published.