Convicted for shoplifting with recommended sentence of 15 months but imprisoned for 17 years!

Aged 17 my constituent Danny was convicted of shoplifting with a recommended sentence of 15 months.

17 years later he has only just been granted parole.

I asked the Minister for cross-party discussions on IPP reform, w all voices heard & proper probation support a prerequisite. pic.twitter.com/EbP4mNFjnx

— Chi Onwurah ???? (@ChiOnwurah) June 28, 2023