Oral Question·Women and Equalities
“If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities.”
Tabled: 19 October 2023Answered: 25 October 2023
Asked by
Dr Rupa Huq
Labour — Ealing Central and Acton
Answering Minister
the Minister for Women and Equalities
Answer from Hansard
The Prime Minister
My hon. Friend raised this case with me in the Lobby last night. It is a really shocking case of two years leading to someone being in prison for over 20 years and not yet released, and with delays in the release process. The Justice Secretary will look into this case and meet her to discuss her concerns to see what more can be done. It is right that IPP sentences have been abolished, and we are committed to supporting the progression of all those who are serving such sentences.