A MAN has appeared at Bolton magistrates accused of making indecent photographs of children.

John Atkinson, aged 51, of South Avenue, Heywood, is charged with one count of possessing indecent photographs of a child on January 6, 2005, and 15 counts of making indecent photographs of children on November 1, 2004.

The case was adjourned until February 9.

Atkinson was remanded on unconditional bail.