A Stockport man has admitted to drugging and raping his wife in what police have described as a '20-year campaign of abuse'.

The man - who cannot be named to protect the identity of his wife - pleaded guilty to a total of 60 offences including rape, sexual assault, assault by penetration and a charge of sharing intimate images.

He had previously pleaded guilty to five counts of rape; three counts of sexual assault; six counts of assault by penetration and one count of sharing intimate photos or film.

He subsequently pleaded guilty to a further 45 offences, which include:

• 16 counts of rape
• Nine counts of assault by penetration
• Eight counts of other sexual offences
• Seven counts of sexual assault
• Four counts of attempted rape
• One count of administering a substance with intent

Assistant Chief Constable Rick Jackson said: "Our focus remains on supporting the victim of this horrific campaign of abuse through what is a very complex investigation.

"Specialist support continues to be provided to the victim at the centre of this case.

"If you are concerned you or someone you know may be affected by drug-facilitated sexual abuse, please know that you do not need proof, certainty, or a clear memory to be taken seriously.

"You are not expected to understand exactly what has happened or who was involved in order to be taken seriously. If you feel that something has happened, then please report it or ask for help."

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