Politicians React to Prisoner Release Error
Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Secretary David Lammy acknowledged that the prison system faces a serious crisis after reports of prisoners, including sex offender Brahim Kaddour-Cherif, were mistakenly released.
“We have a mountain to climb to fix this,” said Lammy, emphasizing the scale of the issue confronting the government.
The incident has intensified scrutiny of prison management and the government’s ability to ensure public safety and accountability.
Statement Timing
The remarks were made on Friday, 7 November 2025, at 19:29 UK time.
Author’s Summary: David Lammy admitted deep problems in the prison system after an accidental release, promising urgent action to restore control and trust.