A proposed early release scheme for 6,000 prisoners in England and Wales, paused by Andy Burnham after victim outcry, faces warnings of chaos from probation officers. The Prime Minister ordered a review to minimize public risk, as prisons near capacity.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has paused an early release scheme for 6,000 prisoners, including serious offenders, after an outcry from crime victims and warnings from probation officers. An urgent review will assess risks before any releases proceed.
Foreigners targeted by crime in Korea surged past 50,000 last year, with a nearly fourfold increase in fraud victims in two years. Experts warn this trend could harm the booming tourism industry and Korea's image.
The Ministry of Justice plans to ask the Legislative Council to consider expanding the involvement of crime victims and their bereaved families in criminal proceedings, including participation in pre-trial procedures and broadening the scope of the victim participation system.
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau reportedly facilitated a visa for former Polish Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro, who faces 26 charges in Poland, enabling him to flee to the U.S. from Hungary. Ziobro, a key figure in controversial judicial reforms under the previous Law and Justice party government, claims he is a victim of political persecution.
