Is the UK prison overcrowding crisis Andy Burnham's first big challenge?| BBC Newscast

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Today, there has been more criticism from victims’ families over plans to release some prisoners early. Under the policy, due to begin in October, thousands of prisoners will be eligible to be released part way through their sentences. Ministers announced last night that prisoners guilty of rape, serious child sex offences and grooming will be excluded. Adam is joined by home and legal affairs correspondent Dominic Casciani and Pia Sinha former prison governor and chief executive of the Prison Reform Trust. And, after a humbling few days for President Trump is he able to reclaim the initiative before the US midterm elections? Adam is joined by Americast’s Anthony Zurcher. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews #UKPolitics #Prisons 00:00 Are UK prisons in crisis? 01:40 What is the government’s new plan for early prisoner release? 03:20 Does this change the pressure on prison places? 05:00

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