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The use of short prison sentences in England and Wales

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This POSTbrief summarises the most recent and relevant evidence on the use and effectiveness of short prison sentences. It outlines the key trends, alternative sentencing options and wider considerations.

Publication type:
policy brief
Publication Date:
2023-07
Language:
en
Publication URL:
https://doi.org/10.58248/PB52
Institute(s):
Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology of the UK Parliament (POST)
Country:
United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland