In this first episode, Chris is released from HMP Leeds after serving over 32 years for murder; convicted shoplifter Gemma returns to sleeping rough on the streets of Swindon; Azhar tries to win back the respect of his family after serving time for burglary; young offender Rhys is met at the prison gates by his long-suffering mother; and, in Cornwall, the local council offer Jason a hotel for his first night of freedom.