A HORSE dealer accused of serious fraud and equestrian regulation breaches has been returned for trial after a judge warned no further delay would be permitted, due to the accused having “absolutely exhausted the court’s patience”.

Emma Elizabeth Bamber (41), who previously operated from County Tyrone, but now with an address of Bridge Street, Preston, faces a total of 18 charges, comprising eight counts of fraud by false representation, seven of failing to provide horse passport at the time of transfer in ownership, two of forgery and a single count of engaging in misleading commercial practice.