Les Battersby actor to face court trial

Former Coronation Street star Bruce Jones is to face trial at Mold Crown Court over driving and assault charges.

The 56-year-old actor, who played Weatherfield loudmouth Les Battersby, discovered the news as he appeared for committal proceedings at a magistrates court in Prestatyn, Wales today, BBC News reports.

Jones has been accused of two drink-driving charges, dangerous driving on the A55 (North Wales Expressway) and assaulting his wife Sandra.

The ex-soap star has been bailed to appear at crown court on December 10. He has reportedly been told that he must not contact his partner.

It is thought that Jones is intending to plead not guilty to all the charges.