I know someone whose 60+ year old husband is at her Majesties Pleasure for what we might call a white collar crime to which he pleaded guilty and is very remorseful. He should be out in 12 months. My OH is writing to him and will visit. It's got me thinking- what is the point of locking someone up for 23 hours a day at vast expense in a violent dangerous place with not enough staff? Of course punishment is necessary , but surely society would be better served if non violent offenders were made to , say work full time for a charity, or helping other offenders with literacy etc. Why increase prisoner numbers and cut staffing? Surely that is a recipe for disaster?
A very disappointing lunch. Should pubs and restaurants be more honest.