Jury resumes deliberations in Jeffrey Donaldson sex abuse trial

The 63-year-old former MP has pleaded not guilty to 18 alleged offences
Jeffrey Donaldson arriving at Newry Crown Court (Brian Lawless/PA)

Jeffrey Donaldson arriving at Newry Crown Court (Brian Lawless/PA)

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 - 10:55
Jonathan McCambridge, Press Association

A jury in the sex offences trial of former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has resumed deliberations.

The jury at Newry Crown Court is considering its verdict for a second day after deliberating for three hours and 10 minutes on Thursday.

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