Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson is on trial in connection with historical sexual offences, with proceedings continuing in court as evidence is heard and the case moves through later stages. Multiple reports say he arrives at court for the second week of the trial, where the prosecution continues presenting its case. Other coverage states that the prosecution’s case concludes and that the judge begins summing up the evidence, with closing speeches expected to begin.
The charges reported across outlets include allegations of rape and multiple counts of gross indecency and indecent assault. One source also reports that Donaldson is found guilty of all 18 historical sex offences, indicating the jury’s verdict following the conclusion of evidence and the judge’s summary.
Overall coverage describes a timeline in which Donaldson attends hearings while the prosecution presents evidence, then the trial reaches its closing stages, culminating in the jury’s determination.
