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UIN 43642

Alternatives to Prison

answeredUnited Kingdom· UK Parliament· EN

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5 May 2020

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15 May 2020 · Answer

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To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what steps he is taking to promote non-custodial alternatives to prison.

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  1. 5 May 2020

    Written question

    To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what steps he is taking to promote non-custodial alternatives to prison.

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  2. 15 May 2020

    Answer

    Sentencing in individual cases is entirely a matter for the independent courts. Custody should be imposed as a last resort. By law, courts are required to be satisfied that the offence committed is so serious that only a custodial sentence can be justifie...

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