A man charged with the murder of his partner has been remanded in custody by magistrates.
Timothy Bierton, 48, spoke only to confirm his name, age and address when he appeared in court at Hastings.
He is accused of murdering Julie Ann Wendel, 37, at a house in Darvel Down, Netherfield, near Battle, last Friday night.
Bierton, of Darvel Down, will appear at Lewes Crown Court on July 4.
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