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Shaker Aamer may 'bring legal proceedings' against British Government

Shaker Aamer, the last British resident to be held at Guantanamo Bay, may 'bring legal proceedings' against the British Government following his release from the military prison.

The 46-year-old who arrived home to the UK on a private plane on Friday had been held at the prison in Cuba for almost 14 years and was undergoing medical tests on Saturday morning.

On his return back to Britain, Aamer paid tribute to his supporters, saying: "Without their devotion to justice I would not be here in Britain now."

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Shaker Aamer back in UK after 14 years

Shaker Aamer has landed back in the UK after being released from Guantanamo Bay.

The 46-year-old had spent 14 years in the military prison but was never tried for any offence.

ITV News' Rohit Kachroo reports on Shaker Aamer's release.

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