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Routledge Private Prisons and Public Accountability - Routledge Book

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Explore the complex landscape of modern penal systems with Private Prisons and Public Accountability from Routledge. As privatization becomes a major trend in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, this book provides a deep look into how these facilities function within the global justice system. With over 100 private prisons currently operating across these nations and prisoner populations rising rapidly, the shift toward private management appears to be a permanent change. Richard Harding examines the real-world impact of this movement, looking at the specific contributions-both positive and negative-that private institutions make to offender custody. This text investigates whether the presence of private facilities helps or hinders the public prison system. It addresses the essential questions regarding accountability and the difficulties faced when managing correctional services through private entities. It is a necessary resource for anyone studying the social sciences, politics, or the evolving nature of the penal system.

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Analyzes the growing trend of prison privatization in the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia.

Examines the positive and negative contributions private prisons make to providing custody for offenders.

Investigates if private facilities stimulate any improvements within the existing public prison system.

Provides a detailed look at the difficulties associated with managing private correctional institutions.

Offers expert insights from Richard Harding regarding the irreversible direction of modern penal systems.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1138530786
Category: Books > Subjects > Politics, Philosophy & Social Sciences > Social Sciences > Archaeology > Industrial Archaeology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 28 June 2018
Listed Since: 28 June 2018

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