Leeson applies for early release
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.NICK LEESON, the rogue trader who triggered the collapse of Barings Bank, yesterday applied to the Singaporean authorities for early release from jail on grounds of ill health.
Leeson, 31, was recently found to have a cancer of the colon which has spread to his lymph glands. He was moved to hospital from Changi Jail and had an operation on Sunday. A tumour was removed, together with part of his large intestine.
A representative from the British High Commission visited Leeson yesterday and reported that his condition was stable. Doctors said that the operation had gone well, but are still waiting to determine the outcome of the surgery.
The application for Leeson's release was made by lawyers in London who have written to the prisons department in Singapore. The application goes from there to the home affairs ministry and then to the cabinet which will make a recommendation to President Ong Teng Cheong. It is not known how long the process will take.
Leeson was jailed for six and a half years, but after remission for good behaviour he should have less than a year to serve.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments