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Prison Recalls Surge in England and Wales

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In the first quarter of 2026, prison recalls in England and Wales increased by 31%, with 13,193 prisoners returned for breaching licence conditions, surpassing the 12,977 releases for the first time on record. This marks a 28% rise from the previous year, putting significant pressure on prison places.

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