New Trial Date Set for Former DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson, Wife on Historical Sex Offences
New Trial Date Set for Former DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson, Wife on Historical Sex Offences

New Trial Date Set for Former DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson, Wife on Historical Sex Offences

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The trial of former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson and his wife Lady Eleanor Donaldson on alleged historical sexual offences has been rescheduled to begin on November 3 at Newry Crown Court. The trial was originally set for March but was delayed due to Lady Donaldson's continuing medical treatment. Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, 62, denies 18 charges including one count of rape, as well as allegations of indecent assault and gross indecency, with the alleged offences spanning from 1985 to 2008 involving two alleged victims. Lady Donaldson, 59, faces charges of aiding and abetting, which she also denies. Sir Jeffrey did not attend the recent hearing where the new trial date was set by Judge Paul Ramsey. The case remains a significant legal proceeding given Sir Jeffrey's previous role as DUP leader.

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