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The trial of former Northern Irish MP Jeffrey Donaldson for sexual offences begins at the Newry Crown Court.

Trial of Jeffrey Donaldson — The trial of former Northern Irish MP Jeffrey Donaldson for sexual offences begins at the Newry Crown Court. Two women allege Donaldson abused them as children. His wife Eleanor is

Published May 27, 2026· Updated October 28, 2026·1 min read

Context: Trial of Jeffrey Donaldson.

The trial of former Northern Irish MP Jeffrey Donaldson for sexual offences begins at the Newry Crown Court. Two women allege Donaldson abused them as children. His wife Eleanor is facing a separate trial of the facts because she has been found to be unfit to stand trial because of mental health issues. [https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/trial-northern-irelands-donaldson-alleged-sex-offences-begins-2026-05-27/ (Reuters)] [https://www.rte.ie/news/courts/2026/0527/1575433-jeffrey-donaldson-court/ (RTÉ)]

Event summary via Wikipedia Current Events (2026-05-27).