Fixed Term Recall (FTR) Calculator
Under the Sentencing Act 2026, eligible adults serving an SDS get a fixed 56-day recall instead of being held until the end of sentence or a Parole Board decision. This tool estimates your re-release date.
Commencement
56-day FTR begins on 31 March 2026, with staggered application by sentence length for those already on recall (up to 12 May 2026).
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Eligible for 56-day FTR
Estimated re-release date
Staggered band: — rules apply from .
Estimate only. The Prison Offender Manager (POM) confirms whether you meet FTR criteria.
If you are recalled because of a further offence, recall is automatic and not fixed-term.
Not eligible for fixed 56-day recall
Based on the exclusion checks below, a fixed-term recall does not apply:
Staggered roll-out table
| Approx. sentence | Sentence (days) | Rules apply from |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 4y 8m | < 1,702 | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 4y 8m – 5y 10m | 1,702 – 2,128 | 14 Apr 2026 |
| 5y 10m – 7y | 2,129 – 2,576 | 21 Apr 2026 |
| 7y – 9y | 2,577 – 3,304 | 28 Apr 2026 |
| 9y – 12y | 3,305 – 4,438 | 5 May 2026 |
| 12y or more | > 4,438 | 12 May 2026 |
Source: Prison Reform Trust advice guide (Jan 2026). Fixed Term Recall is 56 days.