The 57-year-old Irish comedy writer was arrested over posts he made on X about transgender issues after flying in from the US where he now lives.

Since December 2019, Rowling has hit the headlines for her views on transgender issues

She was asked about forgiving Daniel Radcliffe following the publication of the Cass report.

The Harry Potter author has become an outspoken critic of the Scottish Government’s stance on trans rights.

Willoughby, who is a trans woman, said Rowling had ‘definitely committed a crime’ by calling her a man.

The Dublin-born star found a legion of new fans in recent years after starring in six of the eight Harry Potter films.