Questions are being put directly to the Scottish Government about OLRs.

Has the original purpose of the OLR been adhered to — and should the sentence be reviewed?

Answers are expected on 28 September.

We’ll be watching closely. #OLR #CriminalJustice #NOLR #Scotland

& what are they going to do about it ? #NOLR #OLR #Scotland #CriminalJustice

Questions are being raised about how OLRs operate in Scotland.

New RMA research identifies areas for improvement, while questions in Parliament have focused on support, progression and whether OLRs are operating as intended.

These issues deserve proper examination. #NOLR #OLR #Scotland

For the first time since the OLR was introduced, the RMA has carried out a detailed study on whether the sentence is being implemented as intended. The research has identified areas where improvements can be made. #OLR #NOLR #Scotland #CriminalJustice

England & Wales abolished new IPP sentences in 2012. Scotland’s OLR remains in use today.

We’ve laid out the facts and the differences.
What lessons, if any, should Scotland take from the experience of IPP?

Join the conversation. 👇
#NOLR #OLR #JusticeReform

In both systems, release depends on a decision by the relevant Parole Board concerning public protection. #NOLR #IPP