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The Guardian // World // Europe

Former Tory councillor admits drugging and raping wife over 14-year period

Friday 23rd January 2026, 5:50PM

Philip Young, who served on Swindon borough council, pleads guilty to offences against ex-spouse Joanne YoungA former Conservative councillor has admitted nearly 50 offences of drugging, raping and sexually assaulting his former wife over a period of 14 years.Philip Young, 49, pleaded guilty at Winchester crown court to 11 counts of rape and 11 counts of administering a substance with intent to stupefy his former spouse Joanne Young, 48, who can be named as she has waived her right to anonymity Continue reading...

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