Pair remanded over feud killing

Two brothers have been remanded in custody accused of murdering a man in a loyalist paramilitary feud almost eight years ago.

The men, both from Newtownabbey, were charged over the shooting of alleged UDA member Tommy English.

David Stewart, 38, is from Ballyearl Crescent in the town, and Robert Stewart, 34, is from Carntall Rise.

Mr English, 40, was gunned down in front of his home in Newtownabbey's Ballyduff estate in October 2000.

David Stewart and Robert Stewart spoke only to confirm they understood the charges during a brief appearance at Belfast Magistrates Court.

They also faced charges relating to membership of the Ulster Volunteer Force.

A detective inspector investigating the case said she believed she could connect them to all the offences.

Both men were remanded in custody to appear again via video link on 4 September.