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New Review Hearing Set for Jeffrey Donaldson's Sex Abuse Case in Newry
A new review hearing for Jeffrey Donaldsons sex abuse case is set for 20 October, potentially impacting the scheduled trial at Newry Crown Court on 3 November.
- Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, 62, faces 18 charges including one count of rape, alongside his wife Lady Eleanor Donaldson, 59, who is charged with five counts of aiding and abetting.
- The upcoming review hearing will determine if their joint trial can proceed as planned at Newry Crown Court on 3 November 2023.
- Both Jeffrey Donaldson and Lady Eleanor Donaldson deny all allegations, which are causing significant attention due to Donaldsons former leadership role in the Democratic Unionist Party.
Why It Matters
This case draws public attention not only due to the serious nature of the allegations against Jeffrey Donaldson but also because it involves a prominent political figure, raising questions about accountability within the Democratic Unionist Party and the legal systems handling of such cases.