Two brothers who are facing drugs charges will be committed to stand trial next month.

John Darren Connolly, aged 44, of Spring Valley Road, appeared via live video link at Douglas Courthouse on Thursday.

He has been charged with being unlawfully concerned in the production of cocaine and possession of the drug with intent to supply.

Neil Connolly, aged 40, of Bailey Drive in Bootle, also appeared in the magistrates’ court.

He is accused of three offences of being unlawfully concerned in the production of cocaine and cannabis and of being unlawfully concerned in the supply of the drugs.

All offences were allegedly carried out on January 28.

The case is due to be elevated to the Court of General Gaol Delivery on September 7.

There were no applications for bail and the men were remanded at the prison.