“How did the purpose of Prisons change in the 20th Century?”

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  • The purpose of Prisons change in the 20th Century?
    • 1948 Criminal Justice Act
      • A graduated system of prison, depending on the seriousness of crime and offender's record.
      • Detention centers as a deterrent for young offenders . More relaxed thn borstals.
      • Attendance centers being used for young people who committed minor crimes. Attended for the weekends
    • 1963 Young Person Act
      • Focused on importance of caring for and protecting young offenders and raised the age of criminal responsibility from 8 to 10.
    • 1969 Young Person Act
      • Brought in Harold Wilson's Labour government officers and social workers. Instead prison sentences.
    • 21st Century alternatives to Prison

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