Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 6347
Probation: Wales
Tabled: 4 October 2024
Answered: 9 October 2024
Named DayQuestion
Liz Saville Roberts
Plaid Cymru — Dwyfor Meirionnydd
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment she has made of the impact of the Early Release Scheme on probation services in Wales since 10 September 2024.
Answer
Sir Nicholas DakinProbation teams play a crucial role across Wales. The impact of further changes was carefully considered, and concrete action has been taken to mitigate pressures including the recruitment of additional probation officers.