Andy Burnham handed bleak verdict as early release scheme set to 'plague him for months'

Labour’s early release scheme has drawn significant criticism, particularly after it emerged that PC Andrew Harper’s killers were eligible for early release. Justice Secretary Alex Norris is set to introduce secondary legislation to exclude certain types of manslaughter, including the case of PC Harper’s killers. However, the scheme could still lead to further problems, such as domestic abusers being eligible for early release, potentially plaguing the government for months.

• Labour’s early release scheme is facing backlash.
• PC Andrew Harper’s killers were eligible for early release, sparking controversy.
• Justice Secretary Alex Norris will introduce secondary legislation to exclude certain manslaughter offenses from the scheme.
• The new legislation will aim to include unlawful act manslaughter, covering cases like PC Harper’s.
• Critics argue that the government should find alternative solutions to prison overcrowding.
• Further issues may arise with other categories of offenders, such as domestic abusers, potentially eligible for early release.
• The Ministry of Justice has stated that the Prime Minister has asked the Justice Secretary to explore options to keep serious offenders, including PC Harper’s killers, in prison.
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