Donaldson Trial Begins Amid Historic Allegations

Jeffrey Donaldson’s historic trial kicks off today, facing 18 counts of alleged historical sexual offences spanning decades — with his wife Eleanor, though unfit to stand trial, still facing charges of aiding and abetting. The case, set to unfold in Newry Crown Court under Judge Paul Ramsey, marks a dramatic legal and political reckoning for the former DUP leader, who recently stepped down after leading his party back into power-sharing government — only weeks before these allegations erupted. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/fb7b817d0f925ea0