Austria tightens prison conditions amid staff shortages

Dutch prisons introduce 'open living spaces' and electronic ankle monitors to ease staff workload.

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The shortage of prison guards is expected to worsen in the coming years.

The reform aims to maintain security despite dwindling staff numbers.

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