Jimmy Savile’s former flatmate and chauffeur was today released on bail after appearing at Manchester City Magistrates’ Court charged with a series of serious sex offences against young girls.

Former Happy Mondays star Bez was back in police custody tonight after being held at a London railway station.

A Premier League footballer was today charged with wounding and assault after a fight outside a casino.

'Coronation Street' star Susan Cleaver has been charged with drink-driving, police said today.