'Genuine medical issues' delaying Donaldson trial
A judge has said there are "genuine medical issues" that need to be resolved before the trial of former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson and his wife on sex charges can proceed.
www.rte.ieI don’t currently have live access to the latest news feeds in this moment. Based on recent publicly reported items, here are the most current suggestsions:
- The case involving Sir Jeffrey Donaldson and Lady Donaldson has seen multiple adjournments due to medical issues affecting Lady Donaldson, with hearings focusing on medical reports and their implications for trial scheduling.[2][3][4]
- A recent BBC update notes a new review hearing for the case, set to determine whether the joint trial can proceed as planned, with a date discussed for 20 October in the referenced article.[1]
- Irish and UK outlets have consistently reported ongoing delays tied to medical reports and related evaluations, with January 2026 trial progression discussions noted in some coverage.[4][2]
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