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Megrahi release not discussed by cabinet ahead of decision, papers show
The man convicted over the Lockerbie bombing was released in 2009 on compassionate grounds.
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Former justice secretary Kenny MacAskill announced the decision in August 2009
(Andy Buchanan/PA)
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Craig Paton, PA Scotland Deputy Political Editor
January 01, 2025 at 0:01am GMT
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