Pete Doherty 'still in rehab'

Pete Doherty is staying in a residential rehabilitation centre, his lawyer has told a court.

The singer was due at West London Magistrates' court on Tuesday to be sentenced for possession of ketamine, heroin, crack cocaine and cannabis, as well as motoring offences.

However, the hearing has been adjourned for at least another six weeks to give him a chance to get off drugs.

The case has been put off several times and judges have warned Doherty that he will face jail if he does not get clean.

Sean Curran, speaking to magistrates on his behalf, said the musician was "trying his best". He added: "It was his idea to do the residential rehab. He's still there. It's very encouraging."

The sentencing has been adjourned until October 2.

It was previously reported he had an implant to stop him taking heroine. But then rumours suggested he was back on drugs.