Jeffrey Donaldson sex abuse trial begins with jury selection in Newry
The trial of former Democratic Unionist Party leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has begun at Newry Crown Court with the selection of a jury. He denies 18 charges, including one count of rape, in a case involving alleged historical sex abuse. His wife, Lady Eleanor Donaldson, is also before the court in related proceedings.The 63-year-old was arrested at his County Down home and charged on 28 March 2024. He resigned as party leader the following day and later did not contest his Lagan Valley seat at the general election four months afterwards. The charges against him include rape, four counts of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 26 May 2026 08:00 LONDON
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