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STEVE GALLANT: finding courage on London Bridge and a purpose in prison

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In November 2019, Steve Gallant was serving a life sentence for murder when he confronted the terrorist Usman Khan.

Steve had been allowed out on day release, to attend a Learning Together event, near London Bridge. Learning Together was an initiative that brought students and prisoners together - and helped change many lives for the better. But on this dreadful day, two young graduates were fatally stabbed. Saskia Jones, and Steve’s own mentor, Jack Merrit.

After his brave actions, Steve was granted a royal pardon. And in August 2021, after 16 years in prison, he was released on parole. When he received the Queen's Gallantry Medal last month, Steve said that his award symbolised change. That you can make great mistakes, but still work hard, and do something useful with your life.

After studying diligently in prison, Steve’s now written a book, titled The Road To London Bridge. He's said that he wants to contribute something constructive to a public debate that seems stuck in its approach, to keeping people safe and dealing with those who commit crime.

Related links:

Steve's website

Own Merit

Jack Merritt & Saskia Jones remembered

London Bridge: Facing Terror (Channel 4 documentary)



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In November 2019, Steve Gallant was serving a life sentence for murder when he confronted the terrorist Usman Khan.

Steve had been allowed out on day release, to attend a Learning Together event, near London Bridge. Learning Together was an initiative that brought students and prisoners together - and helped change many lives for the better. But on this dreadful day, two young graduates were fatally stabbed. Saskia Jones, and Steve’s own mentor, Jack Merrit.

After his brave actions, Steve was granted a royal pardon. And in August 2021, after 16 years in prison, he was released on parole. When he received the Queen's Gallantry Medal last month, Steve said that his award symbolised change. That you can make great mistakes, but still work hard, and do something useful with your life.

After studying diligently in prison, Steve’s now written a book, titled The Road To London Bridge. He's said that he wants to contribute something constructive to a public debate that seems stuck in its approach, to keeping people safe and dealing with those who commit crime.

Related links:

Steve's website

Own Merit

Jack Merritt & Saskia Jones remembered

London Bridge: Facing Terror (Channel 4 documentary)



Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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