Tim Westwood trial date set as former BBC DJ faces rape and sex assault charges

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30 Mar 2026 • 10:10 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Former BBC Radio One DJ Tim Westwood is facing charges of sexual offending against seven women.
  • The 68-year-old is accused of rape, sexual assault, and indecent assault, with alleged incidents spanning from the 1980s to 2010.
  • Westwood has denied all charges and pleaded not guilty, having been granted bail.
  • His next court appearance is a pre-trial review on 14 December, with the full trial scheduled to commence on 25 January 2027.
  • The alleged offences include multiple counts of indecent assault and rape across various locations in London and Gloucestershire.

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