January trial fixed for terror suspect

A terror suspect charged with nine offences will stand trial in January 2023. Kurt McGowan, 23, faces five charges of transmitting content of a terrorist publication electronically and four of possessing a record containing information useful to terrorism. Appearing at the Old Bailey today (weds) via video link from home, McGowan spoke only to confirm his name and date of birth. Prosecutor Birgitte Hagem said: ‘The matter is listed for preliminary hearing. ‘An indictment has also been submitted. ‘This is…