To discuss the early release scheme further, we spoke to Tom Wheatley, President of the Prison Governors' Association.
11 Aug 2026
Ciaran Jenkins
Data Correspondent and Presenter
To discuss the early release scheme further, we spoke to Tom Wheatley, President of the Prison Governors’ Association.
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