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Republican Texas is a surprising model for solving the UK’s prison crisis – but it just might work

Jails in England and Wales are in overcrowded meltdown, but justice secretary Shabana Mahmood has a rare chance to flip the script, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff

The Guardian - UK

‘I lost my life’: Man wrongly jailed for five years demands fair compensation scheme

The Ministry of Justice acknowledged his innocence but said Brian Buckle must ‘prove it beyond reasonable doubt’

The Independent UK

Bill requiring air conditioning in all Texas prisons wins House approval

House Bill 3006 would require the installation of climate control in state prison facilities by 2032.

The Texas Tribune

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Child Custody Disputes in Australia? Avokah Legal Offers Professional Advice.

Having knowledgeable prison steerage can be crucial when working with infant custody subjects in Australia. The child custody lawyers at Avokah Legal in Brisbane are experts at helping families handle those delicate situations with tact and expertise.

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Pearson's Lawyers' Advice: Essential Legal Steps During Separation.

Separation can be emotionally difficult, so it is necessary to have legal processes to protect your rights and interests. Whether you’re managing an asset branch, little one custody, or spousal help, having the right guidance guarantees a sincere and clean technique. Pearsons Lawyers will help you navigate this tough time…

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Former West Virginia jail supervisor sentenced in coverup of assault that led to inmate's death

A former West Virginia jail supervisor has been sentenced to more than 17 years in federal prison for his role in the coverup of an assault by other corrections officers that led to an inmate’s death

The Independent UK

Everything we know about the British teen who went missing in Thailand before being arrested in Georgia

It is understood Bella could be sent to Georgia’s only female prison, the controversial Prison No. 5

The Independent UK

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Michigan drunken driver sentenced to 25 years for birthday party crash that killed 2 kids

A drunken driver who crashed her SUV into a birthday party at a Michigan boat club has been sentenced to at least 25 years in prison

The Independent UK

Senate Republicans halt resolution on El Salvador deportations - Roll Call

Senate Republicans stopped a measure seeking details about the prison in El Salvador where the administration has deported migrants.

Roll Call

Government appoints KC to lead Abedi prison attack review

The review will examine separation centres and whether security is robust enough to manage extremist inmates.

Evening Standard

PM defends prison recall changes after backlash over victim safety

MPs and watchdogs have criticised the plans as putting victims and the public at risk.

Evening Standard

Ex-Tory councillor’s wife ‘never’ intended X post to incite violence, court told

Lucy Connolly is challenging the sentence of 31 months imprisonment that she was given last October after posting following the Southport attacks.

Evening Standard

Starmer defends prison recall shake-up that will free some domestic abusers

Campaigners for victims criticise plan to free up prison space but prime minister says he has ‘no choice’

The Guardian - UK

Criminals sent directly to jail hits six-year high amid summer disorder

The figures come just a day after the Justice Secretary announced changes to prison recall as a further emergency measure on prison overcrowding.

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The Independent UK

Peter Sullivan was wrongly jailed for 38 years – and it’s not a bizarre one-off

ANALYSIS: The case is a reminder that there are still people in prison who were jailed based on false confessions, Brian Thornton writes

The Independent UK

Recalled sex offenders and domestic abusers face early release as prisons near ‘zero capacity’

The victim’s commissioner says the emergency measures are ‘unacceptable’ – but the government has warned the UK is just months away from running out of prison spaces

The Guardian - UK

British teenager Bella Culley held in Georgia on drug charges

Eighteen-year-old great-granddaughter of late Labour MP Frank Cook faces potential life sentence if found guilty

Evening Standard

Rise in deaths in state detention an ‘escalating crisis behind closed doors’

The Ministry of Justice said the increase was driven by a 16% rise in deaths in prison custody, which are systematically investigated by coroners.

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Who Is Alex Mashinsky: Quick Facts On Celsius Venture And Latest 12-Year Prison Sentence

He admitted to misleading customers about Celsius's financial health and manipulating the company's CEL token.

International Business Times UK

Bella May Culley: British Teen 'Missing' in Thailand Found Arrested in Georgia for Drug Smuggling

Bella May Culley, 18, vanished in Thailand and reappeared in Georgia, where she was arrested for smuggling cannabis. Now facing up to life in prison, her case has sparked global concern and raised questions about her sudden travels and business ties.

The Guardian - UK

Thursday briefing: What the case of Peter Sullivan reveals about the system that wrongfully imprisoned him

In today’s newsletter: After almost four decades in jail, the 68-year-old was cleared this week. James Burley from Appeal examines why these failures keep happening

The Independent UK

Australian writer describes ‘unbearable suffering’ in Chinese jail to Albanese as health worsens

Australia says Yang’s letter is ‘message of profound courage, resilience and hope’

The Independent UK

Australian prime minister speaks of Beijing prisoner's courage, resilience and hope

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has spoken of the courage, resilience and hope of Australian citizen Yang Hengjun, who was convicted last year in China of espionage

Evening Standard

Government facing backlash over prison recall changes to free up jail space

Some criminals serving sentences between one and four years will be returned to custody only for a fixed 28-day period.

The Independent UK

What to know about the Menendez brothers' lives and what lies ahead

Erik and Lyle Menendez will have a shot at freedom for the first time in decades after being convicted of their parents’ murder 30 years ago

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