Jake Richards

Jake Richards

Labour — Rother Valley

Speaking in the House of Commons on 16 December 2025

Debate

Prisoner Early Release: Earned Progression

Contribution

Following the changes in the Sentencing Bill, there will be more criminals behind bars than ever before. Those convicted of the most serious crimes will be unaffected, and will remain in prison for as long as they do now.

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