Private Firms To Turn Prisoners From Crime

The government's new initiative involves private companies funding rehabilitation programs in prisons. The goal is to reduce reoffending rates, with companies profiting based on their success. The pilot project at Peterborough prison, funded by private investors, aims to cut reoffending by 7.5% over six years. If successful, it could lead to significant taxpayer savings and be applied to other public policies. The scheme, known as social impact bonds, has been positively received by prisoners, who see it as a way to aid their rehabilitation and reintegration into work.

What is the primary goal of the private company involved in the rehabilitation program?

• To build more prisons

• To reduce the reoffending rate

• To provide free legal aid

• To increase the number of prisoners

How much is the pilot project expected to cost, and who is funding it?

• £7 million, funded by charities

• £3 million, funded by taxpayers

• £10 million, funded by the government

• £5 million, funded by private investors

What is the potential profit condition for the private company after six years?

• If they cut the reoffending rate by 7.5%

• If they increase the reoffending rate by 10%

• If they double the number of prisoners

• If they maintain the current reoffending rate

What is the current reoffending rate for short-term prisoners?

• 70%

• 60%

• 50%

• 30%

What is the initial cost to the government for the social impact bonds program?

• £10 million

• £5 million

• £0

• £1 million