Britney to undergo random drug tests

Fallen pop princess Britney Spears has been ordered to undergo random drug testing by a senior court commissioner.

Los Angeles Superior Court judge Scott Gordon said the 25-year-old displayed "a habitual, frequent and continuous use of controlled substances and alcohol".

Court papers have also revealed that the singer will have to employ a parenting coach to help her raise her sons, Sean Preston, two, and one-year-old Jayden James.

The new move is the latest twist in the bitter custody battle between Britney and her ex-hubby Kevin Federline over their two children.

Although the heat seems to be on Britney, Kevin has not got off lightly and will have to complete a 'parenting without conflict' course along with his ex-wife.

The order also requires both parents to refrain from drinking and using drugs around their children and 12 hours before either cares for them.

Wannabe rapper Federline has been seeking increased custody of his sons, but the couple's access will remain equal for the moment.

The court papers also forbid Britney and Kevin from making derogatory remarks to each other around their kids or from "using corporal punishment" to discipline them.

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