00:01A watchdog says weaknesses in England and Wales' electronic tagging system could leave thousands
00:06of people who should be monitored without active supervision. The National Audit Office says almost
00:129,000 cases are being reviewed, although the Ministry of Justice says the number of unmonitored
00:17individuals is actually lower. Electronic tags could enforce court orders and prison release
00:23conditions, including curfews and location restrictions. The watchdog says better data,
00:28staffing and oversight are needed as more offenders are managed in the community.
00:33The government says it's investigating in tagging, probation and new technology
00:38to strengthen public protection and improve performance.
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