Since trial began, police receive further criminal allegations against Russell Brand

Police hear from more people

The Metropolitan police said several people had been in touch since the start of Brand’s trial. Some provided additional information, while others reported possible criminal allegations. The force did not give details about the reports. The article does not specify how many people contacted police or whether any new allegations have resulted in charges.

Brand sentenced to prison

At sentencing, Mr Justice Bennathan praised the women who came forward with evidence. He also said they had suffered further because of courtroom conduct carried out “on your instructions”, as he addressed Brand.

Criticism of courtroom treatment

Labour deputy leader Lucy Powell called the cross-examination “depressing” and said she thought the courts had moved beyond that kind of culture. She said she had been shocked by some events in the courtroom while praising the judge’s remarks.

Powell said government guidance had sought to challenge rape myths and victim-blaming in court, but added that more needed to be done. She also said she and Ed Miliband regretted arranging a 2015 interview with Brand.

BBC reviews workplace culture

BBC director general Matt Brittin wrote to staff saying he wanted concerns about workplace culture heard at the highest level. His intervention followed criticism that Brand’s behaviour had not been properly challenged during his time at the broadcaster.