Whittle pleads not guilty to driving charge

Ricky Whittle has pleaded not guilty to a charge of dangerous driving at Liverpool Magistrates' Court.

The Strictly Come Dancing and Hollyoaks star was arrested on suspicion of assault on November 27 following an incident on Duke Street in Liverpool when his vehicle allegedly collided with a freelance photographer. The 29-year-old was released on bail later that day.

Steve Farrell has claimed that Whittle "took objection" to him taking a picture of him and two girls through the car window. Earlier, Whittle had been at leaving parties for two of his soap co-stars at Parr Street Studios.

Whittle only spoke to give his name and address today, but will reappear at the court on March 12 when the case is expected to be committed to Liverpool Crown Court.