Donaldson faces over 10 years jail for child sexual abuse
Prosecutors say former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson should receive more than 10 years in prison for sexually abusing two children, citing age disparity as an aggravating factor.
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Donaldson convictions 'obliterate' achievements, court told
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson's sex crime convictions 'obliterate' his political achievements, his barrister told a pre-sentence hearing at Newry Crown Court on Friday.
Family thanks 'special angel' after girl, 6, killed in van crash
The family of six-year-old Kourtney McCormick, who died after a van collision in Newry, Northern Ireland, expressed gratitude to a woman who helped rush her to hospital, calling her a 'special angel'.
Tribute to 'Special Angel' Who Helped After Fatal Crash
The family of six-year-old Kourtney McCormick, who died after being hit by a van in Newry, thank a woman who helped take her to hospital, calling her 'our special angel.'
Family of Girl, 6, Killed in Van Crash Thank 'Special Angel'
The family of six-year-old Kourtney McCormick, killed in a van crash in Newry, thank a woman who helped rush her to hospital, calling her their 'special angel.'
Starmer Salutes Courage of Donaldson Abuse Victims
PM Sir Keir Starmer praised the 'extraordinary courage' of two women who secured a conviction against former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson for 18 sex offences including rape.
Donaldson renounces knighthood and Privy Council seat
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has renounced his knighthood and resigned from the Privy Council after being convicted of 18 sexual offences, including rape, against two children.
Donaldson's Sex Crimes 'Evil and Horrific' Says Irish PM
Jeffrey Donaldson's 18 sex offences against children, including rape, are condemned as 'evil and horrific' by Irish PM Micheál Martin. The former DUP leader faces a lengthy prison sentence.
Girl, 6, Killed by Van in Newry Named
Kourtney Khloe McCormick, aged six, died after being hit by a black Ford Tourneo van in Springfarm Heights, Newry on June 21. Police arrest 40-year-old woman driver; appeal for witnesses.
Jeffrey Donaldson faces lengthy jail term for sex offences
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has been warned he faces a 'lengthy' prison sentence after a jury convicted him of 18 historical sexual offences against two women when they were children. He was remanded into custody.
Jeffrey Donaldson faces lengthy prison term for sex crimes
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson was found guilty of 18 historical sexual offences against two women when they were children. He has been warned he faces a 'lengthy' prison sentence.
Jeffrey Donaldson faces lengthy prison term after conviction
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has been warned he faces a 'lengthy' prison term after a jury found him guilty of 18 historical sexual offences against two women when they were children.
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson guilty of 18 historical sex offences
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has been convicted of 18 historical sex offences, including rape, against two women when they were children. He was remanded in custody.
Girl, 5, dies in Newry van crash; driver arrested
A five-year-old girl has died after a collision with a van in Newry, Northern Ireland. The driver, a 40-year-old woman, was arrested at the scene.
Jeffrey Donaldson Guilty of Raping Child
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has been found guilty of 18 historical sex offences, including rape, against two women when they were children. The verdict was delivered at Newry Crown Court.
Jeffrey Donaldson Trial Jury Deliberates for Third Day
The jury in Sir Jeffrey Donaldson's sex offences trial has begun its third day of deliberations at Newry Crown Court. The former DUP leader faces 18 charges, including rape, spanning 1985-2008.
Jury in Donaldson Trial Sent Home for Weekend
The jury in the sex offences trial of former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has been sent home for the weekend after nearly seven hours of deliberation over two days.
Jury Out in Donaldson Sex Offences Trial
The jury has been sent out in the sex offences trial of former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson at Newry Crown Court, after Judge Paul Ramsey summarised the evidence.
Judge Summarises Evidence in Donaldson Sex Offences Trial
Judge Paul Ramsey begins summarising evidence in the sexual offences trial of former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, who denies 18 charges including rape.
Defence: Witnesses Not Reliable in Donaldson Case
Defence barrister Kieran Vaughan argues two witnesses accusing Sir Jeffrey Donaldson of sexual offences are not sufficiently reliable for a guilty verdict, urging jury to focus on evidence.
Court Hears Consequences of Alleged Donaldson Abuse Cannot Be Ignored
In closing speeches at Newry Crown Court, prosecution says alleged victims of Sir Jeffrey Donaldson have no reason to lie, urging jury to find him guilty of historical sexual offences.
Court Hears Pain of Donaldson's Alleged Victims
The 'pain and hurt' of two women allegedly abused by Sir Jeffrey Donaldson is 'still so visible', a court heard as closing speeches began in his sexual offences trial.
Jeffrey Donaldson Accused of Lies in Court
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has been accused of telling 'sinful and deceitful lies' as his cross-examination at Newry Crown Court concluded. He denies 18 historical sex offences.
Donaldson denies meeting to quash sex abuse claims
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson denies attending a 1990s meeting to suppress sexual abuse allegations against him. He pleads not guilty to 18 charges.
Donaldson denies meeting to nip abuse claims 'in the bud'
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson denies attending a 1990s meeting to stop sexual abuse claims against him. He faces 18 charges including rape at Newry Crown Court.
Jeffrey Donaldson denies rape allegation in court
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson tells court rape allegation is 'simply not true' and rejects claims his wife knew of abuse, as trial continues.
Donaldson Denies 'Like an Object' Claim at Trial
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson denies treating an alleged rape victim 'like an object' during cross-examination at Newry Crown Court. He insists allegations are untrue.
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson denies rape allegations in court
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson told his sexual offences trial he is 'crystal clear' that a rape allegation is false, denying all 18 charges.
Psychic Cat Billy Predicts All 19 World Cup Winners
Billy the British Shorthair cat has correctly predicted the winners of all 19 World Cup 2026 matches, becoming a viral sensation. His owners say he's 'very smart'.
Donaldson trial 'struck a blow' for women and girls
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson found guilty of 18 sex offences; ex-judge Sir John Gillen says trial 'struck a real blow' for victims, citing 'sea change' in how sexual offences are handled in Northern Ireland courts.
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