'Additionally, she advised that she has arranged post release accommodation for the offender to reside with her upon his eventual return to London. 'The offender's wife expressed her intention to continue to provide emotional support upon his release,' the authority wrote in its decision. This would assist with his reintegration and reduce his risk of re-offending.
He and his wife gave undertakings that once back in the community he will seek treatment with Rachel Pike, a clinical psychologist specialising in convicted sex offenders who deny their crimes. Ms Gardiner told the parole authority she will keep him away from children when unsupervised.
Hughes will live with his wife Robyn Gardiner in the UK.
