General · 1 June 2026
Donaldson accuser denies making up abuse claims
A woman accusing Sir Jeffrey Donaldson of abuse has told a court she isn't making up her claims, saying his wife knew about an alleged incident. Complainant A claimed Lady Eleanor Donaldson "did nothing about it" after being told of an alleged encounter with Sir Jeffrey. Sir Jeffrey denies 18 sex abuse charges, and his wife denies five aiding and abetting charges.
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