No ‘quick fix’ to tackling prisons overcrowding crisis – Home Secretary

No ‘quick fix’ to tackling prisons overcrowding crisis – Home Secretary

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The speaker expresses concern over the legacy left by the Conservatives regarding prisons, describing it as a scorched earth policy. They highlight the increase in remand prisoners due to chaos and backlog in the criminal justice system. The Prime Minister acknowledges there is no quick fix, but the issues must be addressed. The speaker criticizes the Conservatives for their irresponsible handling of the situation over the years, which has caused significant damage.

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What concerns does the speaker express about the legacy left by the Conservatives regarding prisons?

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How has the number of remand prisoners changed according to the speaker?

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What does the speaker suggest is necessary to address the issues in the criminal justice system?

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What does the Prime Minister say about fixing the issues in the criminal justice system?

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In what way does the speaker describe the Conservatives' handling of the prison situation?

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