Jeffrey Donaldson sex crime convictions ‘obliterate’ achievements, court told

During a pre-sentence hearing at Newry Crown Court on Friday, Donaldson appeared for the first time since his conviction in June

Fri, 25 Sep, 2026 - 14:46

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The convictions of former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson for sex offences “obliterate” all the achievements in his political life, his barrister has told a court.

During a pre-sentence hearing at Newry Crown Court on Friday, Donaldson appeared for the first time since his conviction in June.

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