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Mum jailed for tweet after Southport stabbing unable to go home

Lucy Connolly was sentenced to 31 months in prison for inciting racial hatred after the Southport stabbings, facing criticism for her comments about mass deportation and hotel fires.
Prison service sources denied blocking Connolly's application for release on temporary license, stating it was under consideration, according to a Prison Service spokesman.
Former prison governor Ian Acheson expressed concern over the delays in Connolly's release process, emphasizing that she is eligible based on her behavior.
Critics argue that Connolly's case highlights a politicized justice system, with Richard Tice claiming she is a victim of two-tier justice due to her race and the political climate.

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Mother jailed for Southport X post should be freed, says Braverman

Former home secretary claims Lucy Connolly is ‘a victim of two-tier politicised justice system in Starmer’s Britain’

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