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Thousands more prisoners could be let out on day release to fill labour shortages under plans intended to reduce reoffending and boost the economy, the Times reports. It comes after the Budget in March, which identified labour shortages as a key impediment to growth. The paper says that only a quarter of those leaving prison have a job within six months, and that inmates will be encouraged to take up apprenticeships in areas including construction, haulage and hospitality.

Times Front Page 6th of September 2024

Royal Navy chiefs are investigating whether a fatal Merlin helicopter crash on Wednesday night was caused by a double engine failure, with two of the three crew members on board suffering serious but stable injuries and being taken to hospital for treatment.

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