Ulster Unionist Party Launches Independent Probe | Belfast News

The Ulster Unionist Party is launching a confidential, independent investigation into former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson’s time as a member, following his conviction for 18 counts of sex abuse, including rape, against underage victims. Donaldson, a party member from 1985 to 2003, committed these crimes over two decades — and the party admits there’s still vital information to uncover. The review will examine past conduct and assess current safeguarding measures, while also backing police efforts to encourage other victims to come forward and supporting reforms to stop convicted criminals from receiving taxpayer pensions. Party leader Jon Burrows condemned Donaldson’s appeal as “grossly insensitive to the victims,” stressing the jury’s unanimous verdict and the need for a sentence reflecting the severity of the crimes and the absence of remorse. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2c2903a11f35f5c0