AN Accrington man has been charged with arson with intent to endanger life after a fire at the weekend.

Arshad Hussain, 34, of Lower Antley Street, was remanded in custody after appearing at Blackburn Magistrates’ Court on Monday.

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He is accused of starting a fire at a house in Lower Antley Street at around 8.30am on Saturday.

Mr Hussain is now due to make an appearance at Burnley Crown Court on Thursday, March 19.