UN Human Rights Council Condemns UK's 'Arbitrary' Detention of IPP Prisoners as 'Psychological Torture'

Criminal Justice

31 July 2026 at 5:32 am

UN Human Rights Council Condemns UK's 'Arbitrary' Detention of IPP Prisoners as 'Psychological Torture'

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The UN Human Rights Council has condemned the UK government for the 'arbitrary' detention of prisoners held on indefinite jail terms, labeling it as 'psychological torture' and 'inhumane treatment'. This criticism specifically targets the treatment of IPP (Imprisonment for Public Protection) prisoners.

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