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Hopes grow for release of last Briton in Guantanamo

SUGGESTIONS that Guantanamo Bay’s last British inmate Shaker Aamer may be released within weeks were given a cautious welcome yesterday by supporters and MPs.

Mr Aamer has been detained in the US prison camp without charge or trial for almost 14 years.

During his incarceration, he has suffered appalling abuse and grave fears have been expressed for his physical and mental well-being.

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