Russell Brand: On Trial

What happened on Russell Brand’s first day in court as the trial process got underway?
Sky News’ Martin Brunt and Katie Spencer take us through the day- inside and outside the court. It starts with queues of journalists arriving early to get a seat on the press benches of court 3 at Southwark Crown Court.
Outside photographers gather to get images of Russell Brand as he walks in with his wife. No cameras or recording are allowed inside so Katie Spencer - arts and entertainment correspondent for Sky and crime commentator Martin Brunt - are your eyes and ears in court.
The first development: selecting the jury, the people who will decide if Russell Brand is guilty, or not guilty.
He faces three counts of rape, three of sexual assault and one of indecent assault. He denies all charges and the trial continues.
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As Russell Brand goes on trial, Sky News brings together two award winning journalists to cover the case. Together this pair has more than 30 years experience reporting on the most high profile criminal cases.
Sky News’ crime commentator Martin Brunt and entertainment correspondent Katie Spencer will be at Southwark Crown Court to hear the prosecution case, witness testimonies and Brand’s defence.
He faces three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault. He has pleaded not guilty to all the charges and denies the allegations against him.
Our eyes and ears in court, Martin and Katie will guide us through the maze of the justice system and this case with clarity and insight.
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