Punishment outside of prison must be expanded, says Justice Secretary

The video discusses the challenges faced by the criminal justice system in managing offenders in the community, highlighting that only 25% reoffend shortly after release. It also addresses the significant court backlogs causing delays in trials, leading to a 'perfect storm' situation. The government is attempting to mitigate these issues by extending magistrates' sentencing powers. However, these are seen as temporary solutions, and public confidence remains low.

In what ways are magistrates' sentencing powers being adjusted to address court backlogs?

What are the perceived long-term solutions to the issues faced by the criminal justice system?