Prime Minister Andy Burnham 'exploring every option' to block early release of Andrew Harper's killers

Andy Burnham is reportedly prepared to ‘explore every option’ to block the early release of PC Andrew Harper's killers Jessie Cole and Albert Bowers

Early prison release policy is still under review as the government considers options available to block the release of PC Andrew Harper's killers, Sky News understands.

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Andy Burnham poised to make 50/50 decision on PC Harper's killers as petition smashes 800,000 mark  GB News

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Sam Corbishley | Senior News Reporter Published August 8, 2026 3:16pm Updated August 8, 2026 3:16pm The Government has so far resisted pressure to exempt Jessie Cole (left) and Albert Bowers (right) from its early release scheme (Picture: Thames Valley Police/PA) Prime Minister Andy Burnham is ‘exploring every option’

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Prime Minister Andy Burnham is reportedly prepared to "explore every option" to block the early release of PC Andrew Harper's killers Jessie Cole and Albert Bowers

The Prime Minister is prepared to ‘explore every option’ to keep Jessie Cole and Albert Bowers in jail, a Government source told the Telegraph.

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Burnham orders review of early release scheme over fears grooming gang criminals will be eligible to walk free  lbc.co.uk

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