The UK government is launching a world-first scheme in October 2026 to restrict serious sexual and violent offenders to small geographic areas after release from prison. Probation services in England and Wales will use GPS tracking to monitor offenders’ movements, with zones tailored to victim input. Victims will help define boundaries to ensure safety while allowing offenders access to essential services. Offenders breaching restrictions risk recall to prison. The measure expands on exclusion zones, limiting offenders’ freedom to protect victims. A £700 million investment in probation services by 2028/29 includes expanding electronic monitoring and hiring 1,300 new officers. The plan complements efforts to detain dangerous offenders, deport foreign criminals, and review sentencing practices. Details on eligibility will be announced soon, with stakeholder collaboration emphasized.
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