Steve Barton, 46, has been charged with controlling and coercive behaviour in relation to a woman between December 1 2024 and December 27 2025.

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Barton, appeared at Norwich Crown Court via videolink from HMP Norwich on Tuesday (March 10) when he denied the charge at the plea and trial preparation hearing (PTPH).

He will stand trial on August 17.

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