BBC Online wrote:
Muslim cleric Abu Hamza has failed to appear on a video link to the Old Bailey - where he was due to face 16 charges, including soliciting murder.
A prosecuting lawyer said Mr Abu Hamza had claimed he was "unable to walk" because his toenails were too long.
A prosecuting lawyer said Mr Abu Hamza had claimed he was "unable to walk" because his toenails were too long.