Disgraced comedian must serve two-thirds of the 10 years and six month sentence before he will be eligible for parole

• Russell Brand sentenced to more than 10 years in prison

Proceedings are beginning now. Chief prosecutor Riel Karmy-Jones KC is up on her feet. She’ll be the first to deliver remarks.

The sentencing has been pushed back as court staff attempt to rearrange the courtroom so one of the victims can be protected, PA reports.