TWO men have been charged in connection with a burglary just days before Christmas.

James Loose, of Ashurst Road, Manchester, and Vincent Hughes, of Oakfield Avenue, Manchester, have both been charged with burglary of a dwelling and theft on St Annes Avenue, Grappenhall, on December 17.

Loose, 36, appeared at Warrington Magistrates' Court on January 7 after being arrested and charged the previous day.

He was remanded in custody and is set to appear at Chester Crown Court on February 5.

Hughes, 35, appeared at Warrington Magistrates' Court today, Friday 25 January, after he was arrested and charged the previous day.

He was remanded in custody and is set to appear at Chester Crown Court on February 22.