A former police chief who appeared in court accused of lying about his military experience has had his case elevated to a higher court.

Nick Adderley, 59, who was chief constable in Northamptonshire, is charged with fraud and misconduct in public office.

He was dismissed without notice in June.

The court heard allegations he had falsely claimed he was a former lieutenant commander in the Royal Navy, had served in the Falklands War and was entitled to wear associated service medals.

The offences were alleged to have been committed between 2018 and 2024 with the claims allegedly appearing on his CV as he ran to become Northamptonshire Police's chief constable.

Adderley attended Westminster Magistrates' Court, wearing a black suit with a red poppy, where he confirmed his name and dat

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