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Prison population forecast revised to 2030

The prison population in England and Wales is now projected to reach 100,000 by March 2030, a year later than expected. New MoJ data cites policy changes and early releases easing the immediate crisis.

DC Star Schoenaerts Gets 6-Month Prison Sentence

Belgian actor Matthias Schoenaerts, set to star in DC's 'Supergirl', has been sentenced to six months in prison for driving without a licence. Read the full details of his legal troubles.

Two mistakenly freed prisoners remain at large

Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals 12 more prisoners were mistakenly released in a month, with two still at large. Get the latest on this ongoing prison system failure.

Prison officer admits affair with inmate and smuggling

A 19-year-old prison officer has pleaded guilty to misconduct after having a sexual relationship with an inmate and smuggling cannabis and phones into HMP Five Wells. Both are due for sentencing in January.

Prison officer plays FIFA with inmate in cell

A prison officer was filmed playing a FIFA-style game with an inmate. The viral TikTok clip, shot on a contraband phone, prompted a Ministry of Justice investigation. Read the full story.

Bolsonaro Begins 27-Year Prison Sentence for Coup

Brazil's ex-president Jair Bolsonaro starts a 27-year prison term for leading a failed coup attempt after losing the 2022 election. Read the full story for details on his conviction and incarceration.

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