London, Feb 4: In a development that could send shivers down the spines
of most Britons, a new report has revealed that at least three
criminals are freed from jail every hour to ease overcrowding in the
country's prisons.

A row has also broken out over dangerous foreign criminals, including
killers and rapists, reportedly enjoying a host of lavish perks while
they await deportation.

According to The Sun, their taxpayer-funded comforts include giant
plasma television sets, nintendo Wii game consoles; a music room with
expensive gear and cash rewards for playing football.

The tabloid also reveals that detainees can even buy goods at a store
inside the centre – and have them hand-delivered to their cells by
prison staff.

Mark Wallace, of the Taxpayers’ Alliance, said: “It’s a disgrace.
Taxpayers are funding a lavish lifestyle for people who should not even
be in this country.”

Shadow Immigration Minister Damian Green said: “Detention centres should be civilised and humane, but not luxurious.”

One senior official told The Sun: “There are plasma TVs in some cells – and 48in ones in the communal areas.

Immigration Minister Liam Byrne said last night: “We are always under
pressure from HM Government inspectors to provide improved constructive
activities." (ANI)