The phrase
"penal reform" refers to making improvements or changes to the way punishments are given to people who break the law. It aims to create a fair and effective criminal justice system that focuses on rehabilitating offenders rather than just punishing them.
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Synonyms for individual words can be found below.
«penal»
«reform»
Sentences with «penal reform»
- Clarke's sentencing review speech, in which he said some short sentences need to go, is supported by penal reform groups across the country. (politics.co.uk)
- Frances Crook is chief executive of the Howard League for Penal Reform, the oldest penal reform charity in the United Kingdom. (politics.co.uk)
- I've never rated Wright, but some estimable figures in penal reform think he's a decent enough man hamstrung by the inadequacies of his boss. (politics.co.uk)
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