The Offender Management Bill (Bill 9 of 2006-7)

Documents to download

The Offender Management Bill. (Bill 9 of 2006-7). House of Commons Library Research Paper 06/62

Sentences of Imprisonment for Public Protection

Sentences of Imprisonment for Public Protection, abolished in 2012, have been widely criticised and the current government has committed to ending them “once and for all”.
- Criminal law
- Prisons
Changes to automatic prisoner release dates in England and Wales

The Sentencing Act 2026 changes to automatic release dates for some prisoners will come into force from 1 October 2026. Following public campaigning and government reviews, the changes will not come into effect for those convicted of certain offences.
- Crime
- Prisons
Where can prisoners and their families get support and advice?

Information about sources of support for prisoners and prisoners' families.
- Prisons