The former Sydney talkback radio star, who denies any misconduct, is now facing 26 charges, including indecent assault and sexual touching

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The former Sydney radio host Alan Jones has been charged with two further offences against a new ninth alleged victim, meaning he is now facing a total of 26 charges including indecent assault and sexual touching.

New South Wales police on Tuesday said they had laid the additional charges of assault with an act of indecency after receiving further legal advice.