Donaldson sex abuse accusers 'not sufficiently reliable' for a guilty verdict, jury told
The defense team for Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has argued that the two women accusing him of historical sex abuse are unreliable witnesses. The trial continues as the defense urges the jury to focus strictly on the evidence presented.
Why it matters
This is a high-profile legal case involving a former political leader, raising significant questions about judicial process and historical abuse allegations.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Lyndsey Telford BBC News NI, at Newry Crown Court PA Media The two women accusing Sir Jeffrey Donaldson of sexually abusing them as children have been described as "not sufficiently reliable" for the jury to reach a guilty verdict.
Reports on court proceedings by summarizing defense arguments without taking a stance.
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