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Former Redditch Council Leader Charged with Sexual Offences

1/4/2026

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Joe Baker, former leader of Redditch Borough Council, has been charged with sexual offences.
The independent councillor, suspended by Labour in April, appeared at Worcester Magistrates' Court.
Charges include causing a male aged 13 or over to engage in non-penetrative sexual activity, attempting to do the same, and sexual assault on a male.
The case is set for a plea and trial preparation hearing at Worcester Crown Court on January 13.

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Story summary

Joe Baker, former leader of Redditch Borough Council, has been charged with sexual offences.
The independent councillor, suspended by Labour in April, appeared at Worcester Magistrates' Court.
Charges include causing a male aged 13 or over to engage in non-penetrative sexual activity, attempting to do the same, and sexual assault on a male.
The case is set for a plea and trial preparation hearing at Worcester Crown Court on January 13.