Sky News cut from an interview with one of Russell Brand's former co-workers to deliver a breaking news update on the comedian's sentencing. Brand, 51, is awaiting the judge's sentence after being found guilty last week on one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault. He has since returned to Southwark Crown Court after spending the weekend at HMP Wandsworth on remand.
Sentencing delay announced
After speaking to Brand's former co-worker, comedian Cole Parker, who branded the star "disgusting" for committing those crimes, the news show aired an important announcement to viewers. Katie Spencer announced that the beginning of Brand's sentencing has been delayed because court staff have been attempting to organise the courtroom so the convicted rapist, those who have come to support him, and the public gallery cannot see the witness box.
Victim impact statements
This is because one of Brand's victims is due to give her victim impact statement live in court, with others expected to be read by the prosecution.
