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Prisons abolition row sparks political clash

Comments by Kate Nevens suggesting Scotland could move towards abolishing prisons have been criticised by John Swinney, who described the idea as "ludicrous". Nevens, a Scottish Greens candidate, said she supported a prison-free society, despite earlier indicating custody should remain a last resort. Swinney rejected the proposal, arguing prisons are necessary for serious offenders, though he acknowledged alternatives may be appropriate for minor crimes. The debate comes amid overcrowding pressures in Scotland's prison system, with high remand levels and early release measures in place. The Scottish Government is investing in new facilities, including HMP Glasgow and HMP Inverness, as part of efforts to address capacity and modernisation challenges.

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