Ian Watkins, frontman for rock band Lostprophets, was denied bail yesterday (January 10) and remanded in custody on charges of conspiring to rape a child.

The 35-year-old singer appeared via video link from prison, where he has been held since December, at Cardiff crown court on Thursday and will face a plea hearing later this month.

His last court appearance took place on December 31, 2012 where he was charged with two incidents of conspiring to engage in sexual touching with two young children and four offences relating to making, possessing and distributing indecent images of children.

Watkins' conspiracy offences were alleged to have taken place between May 1 and December 17, 2012.

Following his arrest, his band issued a statement on the shocking news which read: "Following charges made today against Ian Watkins, we find ourselves in a state of shock. We are learning about the details of the investigation along with you. It is a difficult time for us and our families, and we want to thank our fans for their support as we seek answers. Jamie, Lee, Luke, Mike and Stu."

Watch BBC coverage of Watkins' case below: