Defence closes its case in Sir Jeffrey Donaldson's sex abuse trial (opens original article in a new tab)

The defence closed its case in Sir Jeffrey Donaldson's sex abuse trial, with the prosecution set to deliver closing arguments next.

• Defence closed its case in Sir Jeffrey Donaldson's trial at Newry Crown Court.
• Sir Jeffrey denies 18 sex abuse charges, including rape, with two alleged victims involved.
• Lady Eleanor Donaldson denies five charges but is not participating in proceedings due to mental health grounds.