House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Imprisonment for Public Protection: Changes to Licence
05 September 2024 · Ministry of Justice
Proposed by Shabana Mahmood Lab Birmingham Ladywood
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Key points
- Imprisonment for Public Protection licences will undergo changes under the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024.
- The changes will be implemented in phases, beginning November 1, 2024, and finishing by February 1, 2025.
- The measures include reducing qualifying periods for automatic licence termination and referring cases to the Parole Board.
Issue summary
The statement addresses changes to Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) licences under the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024.
Action requested
The Minister intends to bring into force IPP measures in a phased approach starting November 1, 2024, with all measures completed by February 1, 2025. This includes reducing qualifying periods for automatic licence termination and referring cases to the Parole Board.
Key facts
- Sections 66 and 67 of the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024 amend sections 31, 31A, and 32 of the Crime (Sentences) Act 1997.
- Phase 1 commences on November 1, 2024.
- Qualifying period for automatic licence termination is two years for DPP offenders and three years for IPP offenders from November 1, 2024.
- All measures will be fully implemented by February 1, 2025.
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