Should Prisoners Who Kill Police Officers Ever Be Released Early? | Jeremy Vine

Should Britain scrap plans to release prisoners early? Two men jailed for the killing of PC Andrew Harper could become eligible for early release after serving around six years of their sentences. PC Harper was killed in 2019 after responding to reports of a burglary. He became caught in a tow rope attached to a getaway vehicle and was dragged along a country road, suffering fatal injuries. The case shocked the nation and reignited debate about sentencing for those who kill emergency workers. Supporters of early release argue it can help ease prison overcrowding, reward good behaviour and support rehabilitation. Critics believe those convicted of the most serious crimes—especially those involving police officers, emergency workers or violent offences—should serve every day of their sentence. Should the Government abandon plans to release prisoners early? Should some crimes automatically exclude offenders from early release? Join Jeremy Vine and share your views. #PCAndrewHarper #PrisonReform #JeremyVine