PC Andrew Harper's killers excluded from early release scheme

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced killers of PC Andrew Harper will be excluded from early release scheme under government changes.

Brit Brief 30/08/2026 05:30

PC Andrew Harper's killers excluded from early release scheme — PC Andrew Harper killers excluded from early release scheme

PC Andrew Harper's killers will be excluded from the early release scheme, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced in a major shake-up of the rules.

BBC Breakfast delivered the breaking news update to viewers during Sunday's programme, with presenters Roger Johnson and Luxmy Gopal announcing the development.

Government changes to early release

Prime Minister Andy Burnham exclusively told the BBC that those convicted of unlawful killing will be exempt from the early release scheme under changes being announced by the Government.

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The move means the killers of PC Andrew Harper will remain behind bars and will not be eligible for early release under the scheme.

BBC Breakfast announcement

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