A 42-YEAR-OLD man has appeared before Blackburn magistrates after an incident during which he is alleged to have brandished an axe.

Peter Burrows, 42, of Whalley Road, Langho, was remanded on bail until June 23 after indicating a not guilty plea to a charge of affray.

Conditions of bail include residence at an address in Blackburn and not to contact his wife, Ann Burrows.