Feeling the heat: Mcguinness resigns over renewable energy scheme

Martin Mcguinness leaves Stormont following his resignation yesterday as Deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland. Politics in the nation have been plunged into crisis following controversy over a botched renewable energy scheme, which could see taxpayers hit with a bill of £490 million

A jury has been selected for the trial of television entertainer Rolf Harris, who will follow proceedings remotely.

Harris is accused of indecently assaulting young girls over a period of more than 30 years. His trial, which started yesterday, is expected to last around six weeks.

Wearing a dark suit and tie, the entertainer replied “I am, yes”, when asked if he was Rolf Harris by Judge Alistair Mccreath.

In December last year, Judge Mccreath ruled that Harris would not have to attend his trial in person because of his age and health.

Judge Mccreath told jurors at Southwark Crown Court: “Finally we are waking up to the reality that we live in a dig- 0 Entertainer Rolf Harris is accused of indecent assault ital world. We can very happily try Mr Harris without him having to be here.

“He is not a young man and it naturally makes a lot of sense for him to attend his trial remotely.”

The 86-year-old watched as a jury of five men and seven women were selected, with three reserves selected.