Require all prisoners to work to pay their living costs, victims & Treasury

The cost of imprisonment is currently borne almost entirely by taxpayers, including victims of crime. Through structured, paid prison work, prisoners could contribute more towards their accommodation and living expenses. Further earnings could be used to repay taxpayers, support victim compensation, and fund rehabilitation services. This approach would promote accountability, build work skills, deter repeat offending, and ensure imprisonment does not place unfair financial strain on the public.