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Hey Dad actor to face trial in February

Robert Hughes has pleaded not guilty to 11 sexual and indecent assault offences and faces trial next year.

2012-09-20_0016-300x230Former Hey Dad actor Robert Hughes will stand trial next February.

The 64-year-old is defending 11 charges involving five girls.

Hughes appeared in Sydney’s Downing Centre District Court today, and pleaded not guilty to 11 sexual and indecent assault offences.

Of the alleged victims, two have given media interviews accusing the actor of assaulting them when they were children.

AAP reports his lawyer Greg Walsh told reporters he would vigorously defend the case, but expressed concern about the capacity to ensure a fair trial.

Hughes had previously waived his right to a committal hearing.

Today the court heard there could be six weeks of argument before hearings begin.

The case begins on February 10.