William Howitt: Man, 26, charged with terrorism offence

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William Howitt was arrested by counter-terrorism police on Tuesday

A 26-year-old man has been charged with a terrorism offence.

William Howitt, of Holme Road, West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire, was arrested on Tuesday by counter-terrorism officers.

Police said he had since been charged with engaging in conduct in preparation for terrorism, under Section 5 of the Terrorism Act 2006.

At Westminster Magistrates' Court Mr Howitt was given a trial date of 31 March at the Old Bailey.

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