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£5m increase for rape and sexual abuse victims
Victims of rape and sexual assault will be helped by a further £5 million for specialist support services, as part of ongoing government efforts to ensure victims get the help they need and restore faith in the justice system.
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Building work starts on new Wellingborough jail
Construction of a modern new jail in Wellingborough began today (17 September) as the Justice Secretary, Rt Hon Robert Buckland QC MP, attended a ceremonial ground-breaking to mark the start of the build.
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More victims able to challenge ‘unduly lenient’ prison sentences
Under plans confirmed by ministers today (17 September 2019), the Unduly Lenient Sentence scheme will be extended to 14 new offences.
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1,400 new prison places approved at Full Sutton
Jail is the first milestone in the Prime Minister’s pledge for 10,000 new prison places.
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10 Prisons Project sees drops in violence and drugs
Statistics show drug use halved and a 16% reduction in assaults.
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Signs of improvement at Feltham as population is reduced by over a third
The Ministry of Justice announces plans to address the serious issues identified at HMYOI Feltham A, including extra staff training and limiting the population.
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