Robbie Coltrane defends JK Rowling in trans row

Robbie Coltrane has defended JK Rowling from accusations of transphobia, saying he does not find her views offensive (Ian West/Yui Mok/PA)

Robbie Coltrane has defended JK Rowling from accusations of transphobia, saying he does not find her views offensive.

Harry Potter author Rowling has attracted strong criticism for comments on gender identity, but vehemently denies she is transphobic.