Britain's most notorious prisoner Charles Bronson has become the first person to formally ask for a public Parole Board hearing.
Parole reviews were previously held behind closed doors, although the rules changed this week to allow victims and reporters to request access to hearings.
Prisoners, Government ministers and officials can also ask for the case to be held in public. It is hoped the move will help shed light on the reasons behind Parole Board decisions.
Bronson, who has since changed his name to Salvador, previously said he hopes to be out by Christmas, reports the Mirror.The Parole Board confirmed on Thursday a request for Bronson’s case to be heard in public has been received and will now be considered.It is understood the application was made on his behalf.The 69-year-old was first jailed for armed robbery in 1974 but convictions for violence and blackmail have kept him locked up.Earlier this year he said he feared his parole hearing might not take place until December.Speaking from HMP Woodhill, Bronson previously said he wouldn't “kick off” because it would only lead to more prison time.He added: “Every time my jam roll (parole) comes up for the last 30 odd years they start playing games and this is the biggest, cruellest, nastiest game they have ever played - ever.“I was expecting my jam roll (parole) to be in July or August.
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