Former pop star Gary Glitter, whose real name is Paul Gadd, appears in Westminster Magistrates’ Court to face historical child sex offence charges. Multiple reports say the allegations relate to offences committed in the 1970s, including one account specifying the charges date back to 1978. The prosecution alleges he repeatedly abused a girl at his London home. Sources also report the alleged victim’s age as between eight and 11 at the time of the offences. The court appearance takes place via video, according to the BBC. The reporting focuses on the fact that Glitter is charged with sexual offences connected to events spanning the 1970s, with details of the alleged victim and the location provided in some coverage. The reports do not indicate any outcome at this stage, and the charges are presented as allegations awaiting legal process.