Libya seeks Lockerbie bomber transfer

Libyan authorities have applied for the transfer of Lockerbie bomber Abdelbaset Ali Mohmed al Megrahi.

The move, which could see al Megrahi sent home to serve out his sentence, follows last week's ratification of a prisoner transfer agreement between the British and Libyan governments.

A Scottish government spokesman said: "The application will be considered by officials who will provide information and advice to Scottish ministers for decision on this matter.

"Under the terms of the agreement this process may take 90 days although it could be longer if further information is required in relation to the application, or for another reason."

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