Worksop: Jury considering verdict in youth worker sex trial

The jury in the case of a youth worker accused of having sex with a vulnerable 15-year-old he was meant to be supporting has retired to consider its verdict.
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Mark Wakeling, 46, of Portland Road, Langwith has been on trial at Nottingham Crown Court.

He denies seven counts, including sexual activity with a child under 16, causing a child to engage in sexual activity by virtue of being in a position of trust, and sending and receiving sexualised text messages.

The charges span more than two years, between January 2009 and May 2011.

Wakeling was employed as a personal advisor at the Connexions office in Ryton Street, Worksop, the court heard.

Judge Philip head told the jury they must return unanimous verdicts on all the charges.

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