The trial of four boys accused of raping a 15-year-old girl will start at Carlisle Crown Court during the second week in November.

The four teenagers – all aged under 16 - each face three charges.

These relate to alleged offences which are said to have occurred in Workington in early January.

During an earlier hearing, the boys each denied two charges which allege the rape of the teenage girl.

They each also pleaded not guilty to a further charge alleging a sexual assault on the same complainant.

At the crown court in Carlisle, Judge Peter Davies ruled that the trial will begin on November 13.

Reporting restrictions mean the boys can not be identified.