Arguments in support of special circumstances not raised before the sentencing judge face a major impediment on appeal, as the Court of Criminal Appeal will not lightly entertain arguments that could have been put but were not advanced on the plea. The mere identification of risk of institutionalisation does not compel a finding of special circumstances; there must be significant positive signs that a longer parole period is likely to result in successful rehabilitation.
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