The judge said she agreed with dissident union members who called the proposed sentence too lenient.
I appeal to you to be merciful and give me a more lenient sentence.
Why did the prosecutors in each case seek a more lenient sentence?
In return, the Government said, it may seek a more lenient sentence.
This offered a more lenient sentence and would allow him to avoid the death penalty.
Prosecutors said a lenient sentence would set a bad precedent for terrorism cases.
Since 1988 the Crown has also been able to appeal in certain circumstances against lenient sentences.
The accomplices were given more lenient sentences for their cooperation.
"I look forward to talking to the judge and requesting that Peter be given the most lenient possible sentence."
This would be reflected in a more lenient sentence of 30 months.