Claim: The previous Conservative government took a decision not to release prisoners.
Fact-check: Was a shadow minister right to claim the Conservatives 'took a decision not to release prisoners'? - Full Fact
Verdict: this needs more context. it's not entirely clear what "decision" the claim refers to, and former prime minister rishi sunak did reportedly reject proposals to extend an early release scheme before the general election. but under his government since last october around 10,000 prisoners were released between 18 and 70 days early in order to ease overcrowding.
Organisation: Full Fact
Author: Tony Thompson
Date published: 2024-09-18T00:00:00