Russell Brand goes on trial over rape and sexual assault charges

Russell Brand has arrived at court for the start of his trial on rape and sexual assault charges dating from 1999 to 2009.

• Brand arrived at Southwark Crown Court on Monday, where jury selection opened a trial expected to last up to 10 weeks.
• Brand has pleaded not guilty to the charges during pre-trial hearings.
• He faces three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one allegation of indecent assault against six women.
• The alleged offences date from 1999 to 2009.