Several outlets report that two men convicted of killing police officer Andrew Harper could be released from prison early under Labour proposals aimed at reducing prison overcrowding. The reporting says the plan could allow eligible prisoners to come out of jail this year, even though they are less than halfway through their sentences. One outlet highlights that PC Harper’s mother has received a letter from the Ministry of Justice indicating the potential for early release, and describes her reaction as deeply critical and upsetting. The articles also reference the nature of the offence: PC Harper was killed after being dragged behind a car for more than a mile. Across the coverage, the central point is that Labour’s approach to managing prison capacity could change release timelines for some convicted prisoners, including those responsible for PC Harper’s death. The sources agree on the existence of the proposal and the possibility of early release for two of his killers, while describing different emphasis—particularly around the family’s response and the details of the case.