Harvey Weinstein’s insurers refuse to pay the shamed mogul’s defence costs for 11 sex lawsuits

HARVEY Weinstein’s insurers are refusing to pay for his defence over 11 sexual harassment and assault lawsuits.

Insurers have asked a judge in New York to rule that the disgraced film mogul's alleged offending is not covered.

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The 11 lawsuits in dispute include one from British actress Kadian Noble.

She is suing Weinstein, 65, under sex trafficking laws, claiming he sexually assaulted her in Cannes, France, after grooming her in London.

A lawyer for the firms, Paul Koepff, said Weinstein’s cover should be denied for reasons including a "molestation, misconduct or abuse" exclusion that exists.

The insurers' move comes after Scotland Yard received its 10th allegation of sexual assault against Weinstein.

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Detectives in New York and Los Angeles are also investigating the film boss, who denies all allegations of non-consensual sex.

He has been accused of sexual harassment, assault and rape by around 100 women.

Stars to have detailed allegations include Rose McGowan, Asia Argento, Angelina Jolie and Gwyneth Paltrow.