# PM changes early prison release scheme | France hits back at Reform UK

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Podcast: [Cheat Sheet with Ridge & Frost](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cheat-sheet-with-ridge-frost-486454)
Published: 2026-08-04T04:55:00+00:00
Episode link: https://cheat-sheet.captivate.fm
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People jailed for rape, serious child sex offences and grooming will be excluded from the upcoming early release scheme. Also today, Trump warns Iran this is its “last chance” to make a deal, France responds to Reform UK’s small boats plan, and two people have died from "explosive diarrhoea" in the United States. And finally, negotiations for Barbie 2 stall. Anna and Gareth have the day's news in just 10 minutes.

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