Former mayor of Greater Manchester intervened as the Justice Secretary is tasked with a review by the Prime Minister.
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Updated Aug 4
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What happened
Former mayor of Greater Manchester intervened as the Justice Secretary is tasked with a review by the Prime Minister.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The Prime Minister has ordered a review of changes related to the Sentencing Act.Sub-event
- Graeme Biggar joined leaders pressuring Andy Burnham, who subsequently ordered Alex Norris to draw up plans.Sub-event
- Andy Burnham asked Alex Norris to fast-track proposals regarding the early release of prisoners.Sub-event
Burnham intervened regarding a review mandated by the PM to the Justice Secretary.1 source
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The entities involved
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Andy Burnham
British politician (born 1970)
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Alex Norris
British politician (born 1984)
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