Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 87185
Reoffenders: Continuing Care
Tabled: 31 October 2025
Answered: 10 November 2025
Question
Paul Davies
Labour — Colne Valley
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what recent discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care on improving continuity of care for repeat offenders as they move between prison and the community.
Answer
Jake RichardsWe recognise that the first few weeks after release for prison leavers are high-risk for relapse, overdose and reoffending, and we are determined to ensure prison leavers have a smooth transition into the community, with swift access to care and treatment...
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