The Penal System: An IntroductionPraise for the First Edition: `A marvelous British text-reference that comprehensively introduces the penal system in England and Wales, not only for students and practitioners, but for all who are increasingly concerned about the morality and the future of penal systems worldwide' - Reference and Research Book News The Third Edition of this highly successful textbook provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to the penal system of England and Wales. Now fully revised and updated it includes an examination of the direction of penal policy under New Labour. The book: -offers an overview of all aspects of punishment and the penal system -provides an analyses of the theories which purport to justify and explain the practice of punishment - critically examines the so-called 'penal crisis' and offers a programme for radical reform -draws comparisons between the English penal system and others from around the world. -now includes a self-study guide, directing the reader to useful websites |
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... Home Office and Parole Board in favour of the former . This was of vital importance if parole was to be used as a practical instrument of executive policy . Thus in 1972 the Home Secretary was given the power to determine certain ...
... Home Secretary has the power to recall to prison even if there has been no reconviction or breach of licence . conditions . ( iv ) Those sentenced to life imprisonment can be released either by the Parole Board or by the Home Secretary ...
... Secretary Announces Sentencing Framework Review , Home Office Press Release 129/00 , 16 May 2000 . Home Office ( 2000e ) Statistics on Race and the ... Home Office . Home Office , Department of Health and Welsh Office ( REFERENCES 371.
Contents
Justifying Punishment | 33 |
Explaining Punishment | 62 |
the Crux of the Crisis | 81 |
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