The victims of anti-social behaviour could choose how offenders are punished under plans being pitched by Labour.
The opposition has positioned itself as the party of law and order, with shadow justice secretary Steve Reed saying he will update Tony Blair’s “tough on crime, tough on the causes of crime” slogan and put prevention at the heart of their approach.
He told The Times: “Victims will be able to select the unpaid work that offenders carry out, so victims will be seeing justice done.” The review will look at how countries including New Zealand have adopted an approach of providing specialist treatment to prevent reoffending by those living with domestic violence or parents with serious mental health problems.
The party branded as “disgraceful” recent figures showing more than one million thefts went unsolved last year.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Sleepy neighbourhood rocked by tragedy in the shadow of a rollercoasterShocked neighbours described a woman who 'kept herself to herself,' and was 'looking forward to Christmas.'
Read more »
Dressing 'revolution' seeks artificial skin for burn victimsFar from the humble sticking plaster, medical firms and researchers are seeking to create the 'ultimate dressing'—artificial skin they hope will revolutionize the treatment of severe burns.
Read more »
Victims of Boxing Day crash in Co Tyrone named by policeFour people have died and five others were injured in two separate road crashes in Co Tyrone
Read more »
Tyrone crashes: Patrick Rogers and Mary Duffy among victimsPatrick Rogers and Mary Duffy are among four people killed in two separate incidents in County Tyrone on Monday.
Read more »
Preston darts fan and entrepreneur hosting pop up event in Bamber BridgeSteve Eaves of Red Rose Darts A Preston darts fan has launched a new business based on his passion for the sport. Steve Eaves started up specialist darts
Read more »