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Recommendation 4
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Paragraph: 45
The Government should seek to identify changes in the process of DHMP tariff reviews that...
Recommendation
The Government should seek to identify changes in the process of DHMP tariff reviews that could lessen the distress caused to the families of victims. A child who commits an offence was still a child when they did so, even if they reach the age of 18 whilst awaiting sentence or in custody. DHMP sentences should remain under continuing review. The Government should return to permitting the possibility of a reduction in the tariff at the half-way stage and beyond for those who committed relevant crimes as children.
Paragraph Reference:
45
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 16 December 2021. Response attribution to this recommendation has not been verified. Read the response document ↗