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'After five years in jail, they agree I'm innocent but won't pay out'

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Brian Buckle was cleared of sex abuse charges he had been jailed for in 2017 .

Five-year legal battle had culminated in the Court of Appeal finding his conviction unsafe.

Brian 's legal team produced a detailed defence including new witnesses and fresh forensic evidence.

Ministry of Justice says it acknowledges the "grave impact of miscarriages of justice" and is committed to supporting individuals in rebuilding their lives.

Brian Buckle has been formally diagnosed with PTSD after eight years in prison.

His daughter Georgia says she suffered from suicidal thoughts during her father's imprisonment.

Brian describes the help from his MP as a "step forward" for other victims of miscarriage of justice.

He says he would like an apology, and some recognition that authorities made a mistake.

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72

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72

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79

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informal

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English

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47

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likely offensive

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short-lived

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