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Hundreds of inmates to walk free from HMP Kirkham under early release scheme

Original: GB News National Reporter @SophieReaper is live from HMP Kirkham as hundreds of inmates are set to walk free under the e

Hundreds of prisoners at HMP Kirkham in Lancashire are set to be released early under the government's expanded early release scheme. GB News national reporter Sophie Reaper is reporting live from the prison as inmates leave. The scheme, designed to ease prison overcrowding in England and Wales, has drawn criticism from some who warn about public safety, while officials argue it is necessary to manage record prison populations.

Why now: The early release of large numbers of prisoners is raising public concern about crime and prison overcrowding.

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• GB News National Reporter @SophieReaper is live from HMP Kirkham as hundreds of inmates are set to walk free under the expanded early release scheme. Become a Friend of GB News: https:// gbnews.com/friend · GBNEWS · 2

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