France's overcrowded prisons struggle during historic heatwave

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France is experiencing a severe heatwave, impacting many sectors.
Overcrowded prisons are particularly affected, with multiple detainees in small cells.
Prison staff and analysts have criticized the penal system's approach to crime.
The situation highlights ongoing structural issues within the French prison system.
The heatwave has raised concerns about the safety and well-being of inmates.

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‘Like working in a kettle’: France’s overcrowded prisons swelter under historic heatwaveFrance 24 · 26 days ago

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France is experiencing a severe heatwave, impacting many sectors.
Overcrowded prisons are particularly affected, with multiple detainees in small cells.
Prison staff and analysts have criticized the penal system's approach to crime.
The situation highlights ongoing structural issues within the French prison system.
The heatwave has raised concerns about the safety and well-being of inmates.

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