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Jimmy Lai release is a priority for the UK, says Keir Starmer

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77% Informative

Jimmy Lai's son calls for 'word to action' from the PM to "save my father's life" Lai founded the now-defunct newspaper Apple Daily and was involved in pro-democracy protests.

The 76-year-old was arrested in 2020 for fraud and involvement in protests.

He is now facing trial for sedition and collusion with foreign forces.

Lai has pleaded not guilty, but faces life in prison if convicted.

VR Score

79

Informative language

74

Neutral language

77

Article tone

semi-formal

Language

English

Language complexity

47

Offensive language

not offensive

Hate speech

not hateful

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not detected

Time-value

short-lived

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