But the judge said that in making his decision to suspend the sentence, he had taken into consideration Stevens' background, and that in some cases she had apologised to her victims face to face.

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Making his ruling, Lord Judge said the sentence in the case of James Connors reflected his youth and "short involvement in the conspiracy, into which he effectively grew up".

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Earlier, Mr Justice Holman said the sentence should now be cut to 10 months - making him eligible for release on parole in March.

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