Ronnie Biggs, the Great Train Robber, has been granted “compassionate release” from his prison sentence, according to Jack Straw, the Justice Secretary.
The decision means Biggs can celebrate his birthday on Saturday a free man. It will be 46 years to the day since the robbery.
Although the decision was made today, Biggs will remain on bed watch overnight.
The three Prison Service staff watching him will be withdrawn tomorrow, once the licence for his release is finalised.
Watch the rat pack move in.
Wouldnt be surprised if Mr Clifford isnt around :wink: