Jay Blades has pleaded not guilty after being charged with engaging in ‘controlling and coercive behaviour’ as he appeared in court today.
It comes just months after The Repair Shop star’s estranged wife Lisa announced their split earlier this year.
On September 13, the TV star, 54, appeared at Kidderminster Magistrates Court. At the time, West Mercia Police said Blades was bailed to appear at Worcester Crown Court on Friday, October 11.
Jay Blades in court
Today (October 11), he made his appearance in court. Appearing before the Recorder of Worcester, Judge James Burbidge KC, Blades entered his plea of not guilty.
The charges relate to alleged events between January 1 2023 and September 12 this year.
Blades will face trial on May 6 next year at Worcester Crown Court.
Jay Blades’ wife
In May, Jay’s estranged wife Lisa announced that she and the TV presenter had split.
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