A new date has been set for the trial to begin of former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson and his wife Lady Donaldson on charges relating to alleged historical sex offences.
At Newry Crown Court on Friday, Judge Paul Ramsey said all sides in the case would “work towards” the trial starting on November 3rd after being told Eleanor Donaldson is continuing to receive medical treatment.
The trial had previously been due to start in March, but was delayed due to Mrs Donaldson’s medical condition.
Jeffrey Donaldson, 62, who did not attend the hearing on Friday, has pleaded not guilty to 18 alleged offences.
The charges include one count of rape as well as allegations of indecent…