Student bailed in rooftop protest case

Edward Woollard, 18, was arrested five days after violent clashes at a building housing the Tory party headquarters in central London.

He was charged with violent disorder at Belgravia police station after being interviewed by Metropolitan Police officers.

Woollard, of Dibden Purlieu, Southampton, appeared in custody at City of Westminster Magistrates Court.

Wearing a long-sleeved white T-shirt, he spoke only to confirm his name, age and address.

His solicitor Matt Foot described the case as "unique" and asked for an adjournment to be allowed to view video footage. He said: "There are complexities from our view. It does require some time to consider the position."

District Judge Catherine Tubbs released Woollard on conditional bail. She adjourned the case until November 24 at the same court.