Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 87089

Parole

Tabled: 31 October 2025

Answered: 10 November 2025

Question

Matt Vickers

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what recent steps his Department has taken to balance the rights of prisoners to timely parole review with the need to (a) protect the public and (b) support victims.

Answer

Jake Richards

The Parole Board plays a vital role in public protection. It can only direct release if it is satisfied that it is no longer necessary for the protection of the public that the offender must remain in custody. To ensure each case can receive thorough scru...

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