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Judges told to push back sentencing amid prison overcrowding crisis

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Magistrates told to consider pushing back sentencing of criminals because of overcrowding concerns.

Internal direction sent to courts in England and Wales says hearings should be reviewed if defendant is currently on bail.

Government has already announced the standard release date for many prisoners will be brought forward.

But this measure is not due to come into force until 10 September .

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