Early Release Plan Faces Strike Threat | UK News

Thousands of serious offenders, including those convicted of manslaughter and domestic abuse, are set to be released starting in October — but a major snag looms as probation officers threaten industrial action. Despite the government’s claim that the most dangerous sex offenders and rapists are excluded, killers of PC Andrew Harper remain on the release list. With probation staff already overwhelmed and underpaid, a potential strike could derail the entire plan, risking public safety as supervision gaps widen. While officials say they’re hiring more officers, the timing of possible walkouts — right as releases begin — has sparked alarm across the justice system. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/98866a67671aecc7