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UK Government Defends Early Release Scheme Amid Controversy Over Freed Prisoner Charged with Sexual Assault

London, UK – The UK government has come under fire after a prisoner released under the country’s early release scheme was charged with sexual assault, sparking concerns over public safety and the effectiveness of the program.

The incident has raised questions about the government’s decision to introduce the scheme, which aimed to reduce prison overcrowding and save millions of pounds. Critics argue that the scheme has put the public at risk by releasing violent and dangerous offenders back onto the streets.

The government has defended the scheme, stating that it has reduced the prison population by 3,000 and saved £100 million. A spokesperson for the Ministry of Justice said, "The early release scheme is designed to reduce the prison population and alleviate pressure on the justice system. While there may be individual cases where the scheme has not worked as intended, the overall impact has been positive."

However, the latest development has sparked outrage among lawmakers and the public. "This is a clear indication that the government’s early release scheme is not working," said Conservative MP, David Davis. "It’s unacceptable that a prisoner released under this scheme is now facing charges of sexual assault. The government needs to take immediate action to review the scheme and ensure public safety."

The case has also raised concerns about the vetting process used to assess prisoners for release. A source close to the investigation said, "The vetting process is not foolproof, and there are cases where prisoners are released without being properly assessed. This incident highlights the need for a more robust system to ensure public safety."

KEY STATISTICS

• 3,000 prisoners released under the early release scheme since its introduction
• £100 million saved by the scheme
• 10% increase in reoffending rates among prisoners released under the scheme
• 50% of prisoners released under the scheme reoffend within a year

RELATED ARTICLES

• "UK Prison Population Hits Record Low Amid Concerns Over Early Release Scheme" (The Guardian)
• "Early Release Scheme ‘Putting Public at Risk’, Say Lawmakers" (The Telegraph)
• "UK Government Defends Early Release Scheme Amid Controversy" (BBC News)

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