Jeffrey Donaldson told police he 'can’t get head around' allegations of sexual abuse

Former DUP leader accepted that he had apologised to one of the alleged victims at a meeting, but stated that this was because she had felt 'uncomfortable'

Jeffrey Donaldson arriving at Newry Crown Court on Monday. Picture: PA

 Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson repeatedly denied claims of sexual abuse against two alleged victims during police interviews.

A court heard when the circumstances of an allegation of rape were put to the ex-MP by a detective, he responded: “I’m sorry, but I can’t get my head around this notion.”