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Chemistry teacher who planned to fight for Islamic State jailed for six years

A chemistry teacher who wanted to travel to Syria to fight with Islamic State has been jailed for six years.

Jamshed Javeed, 30, who taught at a school in Bolton, admitted two counts of engaging in conduct in preparation of terrorist acts.

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School shocked by 'inspirational' teacher who wanted to join Islamic State

School shocked by 'inspirational' teacher who wanted to join ISStaff and pupils at a Bolton school were shocked when they discovered an 'inspirational' chemistry teacher wanted to join Islamic State.

Jamshed Javeed was today sentenced to six years after admitting Syria-related terror offences.

ITV News correspondent Juliet Bremner reports.

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