What specific charges did Philip Young plead guilty to?

Philip Young pleaded guilty to 11 counts of rape, 11 counts of administering a substance with intent to stupefy/overpower to allow sexual activity, 14 counts of voyeurism, 7 counts of assault by penetration, 4 counts of sexual assault, and 1 count of publishing an obscene article.

What is the time period over which the offenses occurred?

The offenses against Joanne Young occurred between 2010 and 2023, with some reports mentioning up to 2024.

Who are the other men charged in relation to this case and their plea status?

The other men are Norman Macksoni (47, pleaded not guilty to rape and possession of extreme images), Connor Sanderson Doyle (31, charges of sexual assault and touching, plea not specified), Richard Wilkins (61, rape and sexual touching, plea not specified), Mohammed Hassan (37, sexual assault, pleaded not guilty), and Dean Hamilton (47, pleaded not guilty to rape, sexual assault by penetration, and sexual touching).

What is Philip Young's background, particularly regarding his political history?

Philip Young is a former Conservative (Tory) councillor who served on Swindon borough council between 2007 and 2010.

What is the current status of Philip Young and the case?

Philip Young has been remanded in custody, with a trial scheduled for 5 October 2026 on the remaining 8 charges, while the cases against the other men will continue.

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Philip Young Pleads Guilty to Drugging and Raping Ex-Wife

Philip Young admitted 48 offences including 11 counts of rape and 11 of administering a stupefying substance at Winchester Crown Court.

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Philip Young, 49, pleaded guilty to 48 of 56 charges at Winchester Crown Court, admitting 11 counts of rape, 11 counts of administering a substance with intent to stupefy and 14 counts of voyeurism, prosecutors said.

Prosecutors said the offences against his former wife, Joanne Young, occurred between 2010 and 2023, though some reports cite allegations extending to 2024, a discrepancy that marks conflicting accounts in court records.

Joanne Young waived her automatic right to anonymity and attended the hearing, and Detective Superintendent Geoff Smith of Wiltshire Police praised her "incredible bravery," officials confirmed.

Five other men—Norman Macksoni, 47; Connor Sanderson Doyle, 31; Richard Wilkins, 61; Mohammed Hassan, 37; and Dean Hamilton, 47—face related charges with most pleading not guilty and being granted bail, court records show.

Philip Young was remanded in custody and prosecutors said the wider case will continue through the courts with further hearings and a trial timetable to be determined, according to the Crown Prosecution Service.

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: Philip Young pleaded guilty to 11 counts of rape, 11 counts of administering a substance with intent to stupefy/overpower to allow sexual activity, 14 counts of voyeurism, 7 counts of assault by penetration, 4 counts of sexual assault, and 1 count of publishing an obscene article.
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Crown Prosecution Service
: The offenses against Joanne Young occurred between 2010 and 2023, with some reports mentioning up to 2024.
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Crown Prosecution Service
: The other men are Norman Macksoni (47, pleaded not guilty to rape and possession of extreme images), Connor Sanderson Doyle (31, charges of sexual assault and touching, plea not specified), Richard Wilkins (61, rape and sexual touching, plea not specified), Mohammed Hassan (37, sexual assault, pleaded not guilty), and Dean Hamilton (47, pleaded not guilty to rape, sexual assault by penetration, and sexual touching).
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Crown Prosecution Service
: Philip Young is a former Conservative (Tory) councillor who served on Swindon borough council between 2007 and 2010.
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: Philip Young has been remanded in custody, with a trial scheduled for 5 October 2026 on the remaining 8 charges, while the cases against the other men will continue.
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Crown Prosecution Service

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