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A man accused of making high explosives at his home in Cardiff has appeared in court, charged with terrorism and explosives offences.

Police found explosive substances in the fridge and shed during a raid at the home of Edward John Harris, 27, on Wednesday.

Harris is also accused of possessing manuals for making explosives.

Harris, of Ely in Cardiff, appeared at Westminster magistrates court on Saturday and spoke only to confirm his name, date of birth, address and that his nationality is “white British”. The hearing lasted less than 20 minutes.

He is charged with four counts of making or possessing an explosive substance with intent to endanger life or cause serious injury to property, and four charges of possessing a document containing information useful to terrorism.

Harris did not apply for bail, and the district judge Margot Coleman remanded him in custody until 27 September, when he will appear at the Old Bailey as part of the court’s so-called terror list.

Det Supt Jim Hall, the head of the Welsh extremism and counter-terrorism unit, said: “Our investigation continues but we must stress that there is no evidence to suggest any specific terrorist threat against Cardiff or that people in Cardiff are at any greater risk, however we would remind people to remain vigilant and report any suspicions to the police.”

A second suspect remains in custody for questioning, according to police.