Man in court on terrorism charge

(BBC) A man from East Yorkshire has appeared in court accused of … a terrorism offence.

Jordan Richardson, 20, of Oliver Close, Howden, near Goole, was arrested on 19 December and charged with engaging in conduct in preparation of an act of terrorism between 1 August and 19 December last year.

Appearing on a video link from Doncaster prison at the Old Bailey on Friday, Mr Richardson spoke only to confirm his identity.

Mrs Justice Cheema-Grubb set a plea hearing at the Old Bailey for 2 May, and set a provisional trial date of 7 October at Leeds Crown Court.

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