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Page last updated at 18:16 GMT, Wednesday, 1 July 2009 19:16 UK

No parole for Great Train Robber

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Ronnie Biggs, one of the Great Train Robbers, is to remain in prison because he has 'never shown repentance for his crime'.

The decision was taken by the Justice Secretary despite a recommendation from the parole board to set him free.

Daniel Sandford reports.

READ MORE: Straw refuses Ronnie Biggs parole

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