Donaldson denies DUP split over Windsor Framework

Jeffrey Donaldson suggested those briefing against their own party were motivated by a desire to gain media coverage or advance their own personal agenda.

The DUP leader claimed the actions of some within the party’s ranks were damaging its electoral prospects (Liam McBurney/PA)

DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson denied suggesting his party was split over the Windsor Framework in a message sent to party members earlier this month.

In an emailed message to party members at the start of August, Mr Donaldson expressed frustration after claiming the actions of some within DUP ranks, briefing against the party, were damaging its electoral prospects and the cause of the Union.