Article: Maurice goes on hunger strike in prison protest.

Byline: Peter Collins

CONCERN is mounting for South Wales "flying vet" Maurice Kirk who has been on hunger strike at Cardiff Prison for 20 days.

Mr Kirk, 64, is in the hospital wing at Cardiff jail and his family say his condition is deteriorating by the day.

The former vet, a qualified pilot and drinking pal of hellraising actor Oliver Reed, is taking only sips of water.

He is protesting at being refused permission to appear ...

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