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Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson released on bail over sexual abuse charges
Donaldson’s wife also appeared in court to face charges in relation to the same police investigation
Jeffrey Donaldson, the former DUP leader, has been released on continuing bail after he appeared in court to face a number of historical sexual abuse charges, including one count of rape.
Donaldson’s wife, Eleanor, also appeared in Newry Magistrates’ Court to face charges in relation to the same police investigation.
During a brief court hearing, the charges were read to the Lagan Valley MP and his wife as they stood in the dock.
Donaldson, 61, ...