Is it safe to let out Britain’s most notorious prisoner?
February 18, 2026
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February 18, 2026
Is it safe to let out Britain’s most notorious prisoner?
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Summary
<p>Charles Bronson's ninth appeal to the Parole Board is being considered as the hostage-taking former armed robber continues his fight for freedom.</p><p>The 73-year-old has spent 52 years in jail, much of it in solitary confinement and he and his celebrity supporters believe it is now time for him to be released.</p><p>Niall is joined by Sky's crime commentator Martin Brunt who assesses Bronson’s chances of getting parole and reflects on his unlikely decades-long friendship with the violent criminal.</p><p>Producer: Emily Hulme</p><p>Editor: Wendy Parker</p>
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