Jay Blades Pleads Not Guilty to Coercive Behaviour Charges

The BBC presenter faces allegations of controlling behaviour towards his wife, with a trial set for next year.

Jay Blades, host of The Repair Shop, appeared at Worcester Crown Court denying charges of coercive behaviour.
The allegations claim Blades' behaviour caused his wife, Lisa-Marie Zbozen, to fear violence on multiple occasions.
Blades' case will potentially go to trial in May 2025, following a police investigation initiated in May 2023.
Blades has been released on bail, with certain conditions modified by the judge during the recent hearing.
His career includes hosting various BBC shows, and he recently resigned from roles due to the charges.