There was no application for bail during the brief hearing.

The 61-year-old and his wife are expected to appear in court on Wednesday.

His wife, 58, of Dublinhill Road, Dromore, faces charges of aiding and abetting in connection with the alleged offences.

The 61-year-old politician was arrested and charged in relation to historical sexual allegations at the end of March

The former DUP leader (61) was arrested and charged in relation to historical sexual allegations at the end of March

The 38-year-old has been charged with a number of offences, including possession of class A drugs and a driving offence.