A SCHOOL music teacher appeared before Bolton Magistrates today on drug charges.

Stephen Bell, a 29-year-old teacher at Canon Slade School, Bolton, is accused of possessing and supplying Class A drugs.

He is facing charges of supplying and possessing £240 worth of cocaine between April 21 and June 21 this year.

Dressed in a beige suit Bell, of Lobelia Avenue, Farnworth, spoke only to confirm his name and address during the five minute hearing.

The teacher was represented by Miss Leigh Morgan and no plea was given to the court.

The case was adjourned until September 13 when it will be heard at the crown court. Bell was granted unconditional bail.