A man will stand trial early next year after he pleaded not guilty to drugs offences.

Syed Bukhari, 32, appeared at Burnley Crown Court on Friday (August 23).

Bukhari, of Heyhead Street, Brierfield, pleaded not guilty to offences of possession with intent to supply cocaine and being concerned in the supply of cocaine.

The alleged offences are said to have taken place between September and June.

Bukhari will stand trial on January 16, 2025, which is expected to last two days.

He was remanded into custody ahead of a pre-trial review on November 21.