Summary
Stephen Lawrence's mother, Baroness Doreen Lawrence, has asked a parole board not to release David Norris, who was convicted of her son's murder. She believes Norris is still dangerous and should stay in prison. The parole board is reviewing whether Norris can be released on licence or moved to a less secure facility.
Key Facts
- Stephen Lawrence was killed in a racist attack in 1993.
- David Norris is serving a life sentence for his involvement in Stephen's murder.
- The parole board is holding a hearing to decide if Norris should be released or moved to an open prison.
- Baroness Lawrence made a statement saying Norris is still a danger to society.
- Norris has not expressed remorse or accepted full responsibility for the murder, according to Baroness Lawrence.
- Baroness Lawrence's statement included details about racist views Norris expressed in the past.
- Only Norris and Gary Dobson have been convicted for Stephen's murder out of the original suspects.
- Norris admitted involvement in the murder during his time in prison, though he denied using a knife.
