697 on 22nd June 2012, an increase of 30% or 19,650 between 2001 and 2011. 55% of custodial sentences in 2011 were for 6 months or less. Alternative sentences and programmes of rehabilitation have been used in recent years, although sometimes perceived by the general public as the soft touch option, better results are being achieved. By using these other alternatives to custody, could reduce the prison population dramatically. What are some of the options for…
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