Noel’s story

Michael Golby reflects on a life turned around

by Michael Golby 22nd April 2011

Kenneth Clarke, secretary for justice, wants to see a decrease in the prison population. He knows that short term sentences are a revolving door to more crime and too short for effective rehabilitation. But he must carry the climate of opinion with him. Statistics are important but real life stories are much more compelling. One such story was told at Exeter University last month.