Lady Donaldson's Court Hearing Set for December in Sex Offence Case

Lady Eleanor Donaldson seeks to have charges withdrawn as her husband, Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, faces trial for historical sex offences.

Lady Eleanor Donaldson is scheduled to appear in Newry Crown Court on December 17 to request the withdrawal of two charges against her.
Her husband, Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, former DUP leader, is accused of 18 historical sex offences, including rape and indecent assault.
Sir Jeffrey has pleaded not guilty to all charges, which involve two alleged victims and span from 1985 to 2008.
The trial for both Sir Jeffrey and Lady Eleanor Donaldson is set to commence in March 2025.
Lady Donaldson's legal team has filed a 'no bill' application, and the court will hear arguments for this on December 17.