Application to dismiss two charges facing Eleanor Donaldson heard in court

Lady Eleanor Donaldson arrives at Newry Crown Court for a no bill hearing. Picture: Liam McBurney/PA

An application to dismiss two charges facing Jeffrey Donaldson’s wife in the historical sex offences case involving them both has been heard in court.

The detail, which cannot be reported for legal reasons, was heard during a sitting of Newry Crown Court on Friday.