The trial of two men accused of plotting to murder Kent soul singer Joss Stone has been delayed.

Kevin Liverpool, 34, and 31-year-old Junior Bradshaw are accused of targeting the Dover-born star at her home last year.

The pair, both of St Stephen's Close, Manchester, are also charged with conspiracy to rob and commit GBH.

They deny the charges, which came after an incident at Stone's home in Devon last June.

Their trial at Exeter Crown Court was due to start today, but has now been adjourned until next March.

Stone was born at the Buckland Hospital, in Dover, lived in Albert Road and went to St Mary's Primary School in the town.

She became a household name nearly 10 years ago with songs Fell In Love With A Boy and Super Duper Love.