Man remanded on terror charges

A London man suspected of being involved in terrorism and of having instructions on how to make bombs has been remanded in custody.

Shahzad Ashraf's barrister asked the judge to ban publication of his address because it "may give rise to difficulties".

The 32-year-old was charged with two counts under the Terrorism Act at Bow Street Magistrates' Court in central London on Tuesday.

He is accused of possessing "combat books, quasi-military information and tactical planning material, weaponry and explosive device instructions".

He is also charged with having false documents, false identification papers and banking material.

Mr Ashraf, who wore a blue fleece and white T-shirt, spoke only to give his date of birth.

He was refused bail and remanded in custody until his next hearing on 1 July.