Wes Streeting and Shabana Mahmood caught laughing about Labour's early prison release scheme

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Shabana Mahmood and Wes Streeting have been caught laughing about Labour's early prison release scheme in an embarrassing hot mic moment.In newly-obtained footage, Mr Streeting can be heard saying: "You know he's the enemy now, Justice Shabana?"Ms Mahmood replied: "No he's not!"The new Defence Secretary said: "He wants to let them all out." TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Ms Mahmood then responded: "You know who's boss!"The group of senior Labour ministers could heard roaring with laughter throughout the exchange, unearthed by the Metro.From September, Labour will implement legal changes to see criminals guilty of serious offences released early for the first time.The proposal means thousands of criminals, including rapists and killers, will be released early from prison.This includes prisoners convicted of manslaughter, rape, GBH and sex offences - who will be eligible for release just halfway through their sentences.Prisoners will be first evaluated on behaviour and will be deemed...

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