The scandal hiding inside Britain’s prisons

Opublikowano: 2026-10-02

Half of prisoners in England and Wales are functionally illiterate. James asks what prison is actually for when education, rehabilitation and support on release are so limited - and why a system meant to reduce crime can leave people more likely to return. Then, James examines Suella Braverman’s comments on Englishness, hearing from callers who ask how a former Home Secretary can tell people born and raised in Britain that they do not belong. This episode was recorded on the 2nd of October. James O'Brien Daily is a Global production, available every week day on...