Hopefully putting a cap on what has been a frankly horrifying saga, former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins has been sentenced to a total of 35 years in prison for a lengthy list of child sex offences. His two accomplices went down 14 and 17 years. The quick sentencing is due to Watkins, who had formerly vowed to oppose the charges in court, suddenly and unexpectedly pleading guilty to 13 counts. Watkins is expected to serve his sentence in Parc Prison, Bridgend, Wales.
