Press speculate over Sean Connery`s involvement in a Scots war-hero biopic

James Bond icon Sir Sean Connery could make a comeback – in a film about a Scots war veteran who won a "David and Goliath" battle with military bosses - reports The Scotsman.

Veteran campaigner Ken McGinley, 71, made history when he was granted the right to sue the Ministry of Defence (MoD) on behalf of thousands of former servicemen who were involved in nuclear testing on Christmas Island.

More than 1,000 British soldiers claim they – and their children – were left with cancer and deformities after being exposed to severe radiation on the island more than 50 years ago

Now Mr McGinley has revealed his campaign has won the backing of Sir Sean – and that he is willing to narrate a movie about the soldiers' ordeal.

Mr McGinley, from Johnstone, Renfrewshire, said: "Sir Sean was very interested in what we are fighting for.

"Having Sir Sean's backing really gave me a boost. He is an icon in the film industry and I can't think of anyone better to help raise our profile.

"If a film was ever to be made then it would be a great compliment to the veterans if Sir Sean was involved."

Sir Sean followed up his conversation with Mr McGinley by writing a letter to his friend, journalist Alan Rimmer, to reveal his interest in the case.

Speaking about Mr McGinley's book – No Risk Involved – the star wrote: "It is a shocking history of events. I have already made my opinion regarding the possibility of filming the book to Mr McGinley

… I am more than interested to see the end result and … I would be prepared to do narration."

Mr McGinley has been battling the government for compensation for their ordeal since 1982, culminating in his London High Court win last month.

The father-of-one and his fellow ex-servicemen must wait until September to see whether the MoD will appeal the ruling.

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