A man accused of stalking virtuoso violinist Vanessa Mae has been remanded in custody.

David Martin, 56, of Western Road, Brighton, is alleged to have harassed Miss Mae since he first met her nine years ago.

West London Magistrates' Court heard yesterday the hospital engineer was arrested outside the musician's London home in February and found to be carrying a knife.

Martin faces one charge of harassment and a further charge possessing a bladed item.

He will next appear at the same court on Monday next week.