A MAN is to go on trial early next year after he pleaded not guilty to raping a woman.

Jack Roberts, 20, of Hinter Path, Fairwater, Cwmbran, denied the allegation which the prosecution claim occurred in Torfaen in March 2020.

The defendant entered a not guilty plea to rape after appearing at Newport Crown Court.

Roberts’ trial is due to start on January 31, 2022 and is expected to last three to four days.

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The defendant was represented by Marian Lewis and the prosecution by James Wilson.

Judge Richard Williams granted Roberts bail.