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Eleanor Donaldson to undergo further medical tests ahead of trial, court told

Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson and his wife deny historical sex offences.

Evening Standard

Judge wants all sides to work towards November trial date for Donaldsons

A previous court hearing had been told that there had been a deterioration in the medical condition of Eleanor Donaldson.

Evening Standard

‘Significant deterioration’ in Eleanor Donaldson’s medical condition, court told

A lawyer said the court was waiting for an assessment over whether ex-DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson’s wife was fit to stand trial later this year.

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New date set for trial of former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson and wife

Jeffrey Donaldson’s wife Lady Eleanor Donaldson is currently receiving medical treatment, Newry Crown Court heard.

The Independent UK

Donaldson case delayed as wife ‘unfit to stand trial’

At Newry Crown Court on Friday Judge Paul Ramsey granted an adjournment application on medical grounds.

Evening Standard

Application to dismiss two charges facing Eleanor Donaldson heard in court

Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson and his wife both attended court ahead of a trial.

The Independent UK

Bid to dismiss charges against Eleanor Donaldson delayed again

A judge said he does not want to interfere with a date to start the trial of former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson and his wife.

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Eleanor Donaldson’s bid to have two charges withdrawn ‘should not delay trial’

Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson and his wife will go on trial in March facing a number of historical sex offences.

Evening Standard

Eleanor Donaldson’s bid to have two charges withdrawn to be heard in December

Lady Eleanor is the co-accused in a historical sex offences case involving her husband, former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson.

The Independent UK

Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson pleads not guilty to sex offences

Eleanor Donaldson also in Newry crown court on allegations of aiding and abetting husband

The Guardian - UK

Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson pleads not guilty to 18 sex offences

FORMER DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has pleaded not guilty to 18 historical sex offences.

The National (Scotland)

Sinn Féin on course to have more MPs than any other Northern Ireland party

DUP loses Lagan Valley seat vacated by former leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson and Ian Paisley defeated in North Antrim

The Guardian - UK

Former Northern Ireland Unionist Leader To Stand Trial For Rape

Former leader of Northern Ireland's Democratic Unionist Party, Jeffrey Donaldson, to stand trial for historical sex offenses, including rape. Trial proceed...

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The Guardian view on the general election in Northern Ireland: time for London to re-engage

Editorial: There are only 18 seats at stake in the province this week, but the next UK government has a big political task on its hands there

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The Conversation

Northern Ireland: the three electoral threats keeping the DUP awake at night

“Get Brexit done” was the slogan that carried then prime minister Boris Johnson to an 80-seat majority in the 2019 general election. And sure enough, his government did indeed go on to secure the UK’s exit from the European Union.

The Conversation

Election 2024: how many seats every party in Westminster is defending – and what they are aiming for on July 4

With polls predicting huge losses for the Conservatives and huge gains for Labour, the election campaign so far has focused on the battle between the two biggest parties in Westminster. But the parliamentary dynamics are exceptionally fluid this year. Here’s a summary of where every party in Westminster currently stands…

The Guardian - UK

How the general election will be fought in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

Campaign will be a test for two new first ministers and could put fresh pressure on Stormont power sharing

The Guardian - UK

Jeffrey Donaldson charged with rape, assault and gross indecency

Former DUP leader faces 11 charges spanning 21 years, as wife, Eleanor Donaldson, charged with aiding and abetting rape

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The Guardian - UK

Jeffrey Donaldson appears in court on sexual offence charges

Former DUP leader seen for first time since his arrest when he attends court in Newry on Wednesday

International Business Times

N. Ireland Unionist Ex-leader In Court Over Sex Charges

Jeffrey Donaldson, the former leader of Northern Ireland's main pro-UK unionist party appears in court on Wednesday over alleged sex offences that have rocked the region's politics.

The Guardian - UK

Losing the whip: who are the 18 UK MPs sitting as independents?

There are now more independents suspended by their parties than Lib Dems in the House of Commons

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on the DUP’s future: Jeffrey Donaldson’s volatile legacy

Editorial: The shock resignation of the main unionist party’s leader has left Northern Ireland politics more uncertain than ever

The Guardian - UK

Donaldson arrest followed complaint received this month, NI police say

Police Service of Northern Ireland seeks to end ‘unhelpful speculation’ after DUP leader charged with alleged sexual offences

The Guardian - UK

Donaldson exit will not derail Northern Ireland power-sharing, say DUP leaders

Party seeks to project stability after political earthquake of leader’s resignation over alleged sexual offences

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DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson Steps Down Amid Historical Allegations

Jeffrey Donaldson resigns as leader of DUP in Northern Ireland after being charged with historical allegations. Party suspends him pending judicial process.

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