The mother of PC Andrew Harper, who was killed in 2019 during a quad bike theft incident, has expressed deep disappointment with the government's plan to release two of the perpetrators early under the new Sentencing Act.The act, set to implement in September, allows for the early release of certain offenders, including those convicted of manslaughter.

PC Harper's mother, Debbie Adlam, criticized the decision, stating that victims feel 'another let down' as the justice system prioritizes prison overcrowding over proper sentencing.The legislation aims to address a long-term crisis in the UK prison system, which was inherited from the previous government.However, critics argue that the act lacks exemptions for serious crimes and fails to provide adequate support for victims.Meanwhile, statistics show a decline in violent crime, though fraud and anti-social behaviour remain concerns.The debate highlights tensions between public safety, prison reform, and victim rights.