- The Ministry of Justice mistakenly sent letters to crime victims regarding the government's early prison release scheme, causing significant distress.
- Grooming gang survivor Fiona Goddard was among those incorrectly informed that her perpetrator was set for early release.
- Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood told MPs that the Lord Chancellor will apologise to affected victims and ensure clear information is provided.
- Prime Minister Andy Burnham has defended efforts to tackle jail overcrowding in England and Wales whilst acknowledging the anguish caused to victims.
- The government has updated the scheme to exclude perpetrators of rape, grooming, child sex offences, manslaughter, and death by dangerous driving.
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