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Probation officers will receive self-defence training, bleed kits and body-worn cameras as part of new safety measures.
Knife arches and metal-detecting wands will be piloted at selected probation offices to screen for weapons.
The government approved pilot schemes for Spear training, used by police and prison staff, to boost frontline protection.
Bleed kits containing tourniquets and trauma bandages are already being sent to probation offices.
The measures follow two stabbing incidents: in Oxford and Preston, prompting staff safety concerns.
About 244,209 people were under probation supervision as of June, a 2% rise from the previous year.
Thousands released under the SDS40 scheme remain under supervision to ease prison overcrowding.
Ministers say the safety measures show a commitment to protecting probation staff from assaults.
Union leaders have warned of staff crisis and fear at work amid workload and pay disputes.

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Prison population in England and Wales is projected to reach about 100,600 by March 2030, later than previous forecasts.
The projection range for 2030 spans 98,000 to 103,600 prisoners, with the central figure at 100,600.
Policy changes, including early releases, are cited as factors affecting the projected counts.
There has been significant early-release activity aimed at tackling overcrowding, affecting counts.
MoJ projections acknowledge considerable uncertainty around key factors influencing outcomes.
Officials plan to build 14,000 new prison places by 2031 to address capacity issues.
The Sentencing Bill being debated may affect long-term capacity, but its effects are not yet reflected in projections.
The central estimate was previously forecast at 100,800 prisoners for March 2029, indicating a shift in timing.
MoJ notes future crime mix and police charging activity will heavily influence court intake and counts.
The news underscores ongoing pressures of prison capacity and the need for reforms.

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UK courts will recognise digital assets like cryptocurrency as personal property under new law.
The reforms ease disputes and clarify rights for crypto assets in inheritance and bankruptcy.
The plan aims to boost the UK’s reputation as a global leader in legal innovation.
The measure expands protections for victims of digital theft and fraud.
The law will help fintech companies by providing legal certainty for crypto assets.
The legislation received Royal Assent this week, marking a milestone for digital assets.
The government emphasizes that digital assets cover a broad range, including NFTs and crypto tokens.
The Law Commission’s 2023 recommendations underpin the digital asset reforms.
The plan links digital asset reform to growth in the UK legal services sector.
The quote highlights government leadership on digital asset recognition and legal framework.

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