New prison families scheme to help cut re-offending rates

The early release of 550 prisoners by the Scottish Government will be voted on tomorrow

With the early release of 550 prisoners across Scotland set to be approved tomorrow – in an attempt to drive down the population behind bars – STV News is getting an exclusive look at how the Scottish Prison Service is looking to prevent re-offending.

A new families and parenting policy aims to put rehabilitation at it’s heart. It’s hoped connecting with their children before release can help incentivise prisoners not to return to a life of crime.

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