Jeffrey Donaldson accused of telling ‘sinful and deceitful lies’ as cross-examination ends

Jeffrey Donaldson arriving at Newry Crown Court, where he and his wife Eleanor Donaldson are accused of historical sexual offences. Picture: Liam McBurney/PA Wire

Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been accused of telling “sinful and deceitful lies” through his denials of sexual abuse.

A prosecution barrister also told a court that use of the words “deep wounds” in a letter the ex-MP wrote to an alleged victim refers to “sexually abusing a child”.