701 prisoners sleeping on the floor in Belgium.

Belgium’s prisons are full. There are 710 inmates inside. This is because of more crime and court decisions.

The prison system is at a record high of 701 prisoners. Many inmates were sleeping on the floor due to overcrowding. The increase in arrests is a major factor. The government is worried about the prison system’s ability to function. There are concerns about the conditions in the prisons.

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