Kevin Spacey sex allegations trial to start later this month, court told

The court was told Mr Spacey had been given leave not to attend by the judge prior to the hearing.

Actor Kevin Spacey’s trial for alleged sex offences is on track to see a jury sworn in on June 28, a court heard (Jonathan Brady/PA)

Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey’s trial for alleged sex offences is on track to see a jury sworn in on June 28, a UK court has heard.

Mr Justice Wall told a hearing at Coventry Crown Court that a second “overflow” courtroom would be set up at London’s Southwark Crown Court for Spacey’s trial, to accommodate members of the press and other interested parties.