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Best podcasts about jeffrey donaldson

Latest podcast episodes about jeffrey donaldson

The BelTel
LucidTalk Polling: DUP's support tanks in Donaldson aftermath

The BelTel

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 39:12


The DUP's support has slumped disastrously – that's according to the latest Belfast Telegraph / LucidTalk polling. The dramatic fall in backing for the party comes in the wake of former leader Jeffrey Donaldson's conviction for child sex offences. Sinn Féin and the Alliance party have also seen a drop in their support. This is all good news for the TUV, the SDLP, and especially for the UUP. Meanwhile – the decision to drastically scale back the planned Casement Park GAA stadium – has irked many Sinn Féin supporters. Ciarán Dunbar joined by the Belfast Telegraph's political editor, Suzanne Breen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In The News
Why the fallout from Jeffrey Donaldson's conviction keeps growing

In The News

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 30:11


Jeffrey Donaldson is in Maghaberry prison outside Belfast awaiting sentencing for 18 child sex offences, including rape. If the disgraced politician thought that the blanket media coverage of his trial in June would stop once the jury gave its verdict, he was wrong. He is still making daily headlines in Northern Ireland as shocking stories of his past behaviour emerge; – ones that throw further light on the vast gulf between his carefully curated public persona as a pious, teetotal Christian and family man, and the reality. Four inquiries are being conducted into his actions while in the workplace, one by the NI Civil Service and one by the Assembly. Two have been commissioned by his former political parties, the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) and the Ulster Unionist Party (UUP). Since his arrest in 2024, both have tried hard to distance themselves from their one-time star member. Ahead of his sentencing in September, he has now launched an appeal against his conviction. Irish Times Northern Editor Freya McClements explains why the Donaldson story has left politics across the Border in turmoil. Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Suzanne Brennan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Indo Daily
Where did Jeffrey Donaldson's fortune go – and can he afford an appeal?

The Indo Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2026 31:41


Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson earned massive sums over a successful career. But the Belfast Telegraph understands the now convicted pedophile's fortune is ebbing away – and that he still has a mortgage on his Dromore home. He has to pay a legal bill of half a million pounds – can he afford an appeal? Today's Indo Daily is brought to you by our sister podcast The BeTel as Ciarán Dunbar is joined by Sam McBride. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The BelTel
Where did Jeffrey Donaldson's fortune go – and can he afford an appeal?

The BelTel

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 31:32


Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson earned massive sums over a successful career. But the Belfast Telegraph understands the now convicted pedophile's fortune is ebbing away – and that he still has a mortgage on his Dromore home. He has to pay a legal bill of half a million pounds – can he afford an appeal? Ciarán Dunbar is joined by Sam McBride. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RTÉ - Morning Ireland
Safeguarding group to carry out review of DUP over Donaldson

RTÉ - Morning Ireland

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 5:40


Conor Macauley, Northern Correspondent, reports on the Democratic Unionist Party's request for a safeguarding group to carry out a review of former leader and convicted paedophile Jeffrey Donaldson's time in the party. He also has the latest update on the loyalist bonfire in Moygashel, Co Tyrone.

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Free State with Joe Brolly and Dion Fanning
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson. The rise and fall of a God fearing paedophile

Free State with Joe Brolly and Dion Fanning

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 56:11


Jeffrey Donaldson sits in a prison cell, waiting to be sentenced for the most horrific crimes. On Free State today we look at the rise and fall of Jeffrey Donaldson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Indo Daily
Jeffrey Donaldson: ‘Disturbing' Snapchat filters and new allegations 

The Indo Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 24:24


The Jeffrey Donaldson scandal has taken another turn, with the former DUP leader now set to face a fresh investigation. New allegations have emerged of a sexual assault involving a woman at the party's Westminster offices. More details have also come to light about Donaldson's conduct throughout his years in politics as former colleagues speak out about his inappropriate behaviour. Is it open season on Jeffrey Donaldson where every rumour is fair game? And why has it taken until now for people to break their silence? On this episode of The Indo Daily, host Kevin Doyle is joined by Sam McBride, Northern Ireland editor of the Belfast Telegraph, to discuss a seemingly ever-expanding list of accusations. The Indo Daily is part of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalismSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Echo Chamber Podcast
Breaking the Silence: Jeffrey Donaldson, Sexual Violence and Society in Ireland

The Echo Chamber Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026


Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this Tortoise Shack podcast, Tony is rejoined by Writer, Commentator and Community Advocate, Elaine Crory to discuss the Jeffrey Donaldson case, sexual violence, challenges within the justice system, and societal issues across the island of Ireland. They explore the impact of political power, rape myths, and systemic failures on justice and social progress. The Whistleblowers Podcast - In Their Own Words:https://www.patreon.com/tortoiseshack/posts/patron-exclusive-163145416 The Venezuelan Earthquake podcast:https://www.patreon.com/tortoiseshack/posts/patron-exclusive-162431599

The BelTel
Woman claims Jeffrey Donaldson sexually assaulted her in Westminster DUP offices

The BelTel

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 20:41


Jeffrey Donaldson looks set to be investigated again after a further allegation of sexual assault on a woman in the DUP offices at Westminster. The young woman at the heart of the allegations says that the former DUP leader tried to get her to drink vodka shots in his office, that she refused to do, before he allegedly tried to kiss her on the mouth and put his hand up her skirt.The DUP has commissioned an investigation into who knew what and when, and if members failed to act, or turned a blind eye to Donaldson's behaviour.Olivia Peden is joined by Allison Morris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyday Ethics
Donaldson Fallout, Archbishop of Jerusalem, USA 250

Everyday Ethics

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2026 56:55


In the wake of Jeffrey Donaldson's conviction, we look at whether he used his faith as a shield to cover his crimes. Eve Rosato talks to theologians Dr Fainche Ryan and Professor Laurence Kirkpatrick about the issues of forgiveness and whether church processes should be used at all in criminal matters.We also speak to the Archbishop of Jerusalem about the Anglican Consultative Council meeting in Belfast and his work in the Middle East.Finally, as the USA celebrates its 250th anniversary, we speak to Presbyterian minister Neil Craigan who is based in Minnesota about how the city has recovered from the Trump administration's crackdown on immigration earlier this year.

The Indo Daily
Gay saunas and projectile vomiting: Jeffrey Donaldson's alleged double life 

The Indo Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 25:22


As Jeffrey Donaldson was found guilty last week of 18 child sex offences including rape, the carefully constructed image of a clean-living, evangelical Presbyterian was finally fully shattered after two years of horrifying revelations. As he awaits sentencing, Donaldson's double life has been further exposed, with fresh damaging allegations and testimonies emerging at pace. Meanwhile, serious questions are being asked – what did people know, and why are some only now breaking their silence? On this episode of The Indo Daily, host Tessa Fleming is joined by Belfast Telegraph crime correspondent Allison Morris to discuss Jeffrey Donaldson's life of deception and contradiction. The Indo Daily is part of the Trust Project. You can view our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalismSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Echo Chamber Podcast
Jim O’Callaghan’s Criminally Ignorant ‘Cost Saver’

The Echo Chamber Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 37:30


Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this Tortoise Shack podcast, solicitor Cathal Malone discusses the impact of proposed (resulting in dozens of solicitors walking out) changes to Ireland's criminal legal aid fee structure, the long-time underfunding of the justice system, and the broader implications for access to justice. The conversation highlights the disconnect between policy intentions and real-world effects on vulnerable populations. Minister Jim O'Callaghan's run of doing Crazy Jim O'Callaghan stuff continues. Elaine Crory on Jeffrey Donaldson, Sexual Violence and Rape Myths:https://www.patreon.com/tortoiseshack/posts/patron-exclusive-162722611 Author of If You Cannot Say Genocide, Yahia Lababidi podcast:https://www.patreon.com/tortoiseshack/posts/patron-exclusive-162503281

Splanc
Splanc Scéalta: Keir Starmer agus Pholaitíocht na Breataine; Jeffrey Donaldson agus an DUP; SAM ag 250

Splanc

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 45:10


Labhraíonn Ursula Savage le Cuán faoi Kheir Starmer ag imeacht mar Phríomhaire; an tionchar a bheidh ag sin ar Pháirtí an Lucht Oibre; Andy Burnham ag teacht chun cinn agus cá seasann na páirtithe eile sa Bhreatain. Faighimid léargas chomh maith ar an méid atá ag titim amach le Jeffrey Donaldson, agus an mbeidh tionchar ag an scéal ar an DUP. Agus leis na Stáit Aontaithe ag ceiliúradh 250 bliain ar an bhfód, cloisimid faoi cad é mar atá na caidrimh idir na Stáit Aontaithe agus na rialtais ó dheas, ó Thuaidh agus sa Bhreatain.

Irish Times Inside Politics
How the duplicitous double life of Jeffrey Donaldson threatens the future of unionism

Irish Times Inside Politics

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 38:39


Hugh Linehan is joined by Alex Kane to discuss the double life of disgraced politician Jeffrey Donaldosn and its broader impact on the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) as well as Ulster unionism overall. Alex Kane is an Irish News columnist and a political commentator as well as a former director of communications for the Ulster Unionist Party. The pair discuss a recent wave of stories that reveal the hypocritical behaviour of self-professed christian Donaldson over the course of his career; from projectile vomiting on the Mayor of Beijing to swigging from a wine bottle in the House of Commons and being spotted entering a gay sauna. Kane says it seems as if no one in the DUP attempted to address this highly inappropriate behaviour. He also highlights a growing conspiracy theory among unionists who believe the British government may have used this information to blackmail Donaldson to return to the Northern Ireland Assembly. In today's episode, they discuss what all of this spells for the future of unionism in Ulster. Would you like to receive daily insights into world events delivered to your inbox? Sign up for Denis Staunton's Global Briefing newsletter here: irishtimes.com/newsletters/global-briefing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The BelTel
Jeffrey Donaldson: Did MI5 and PSNI know of MP's innapropriate behaviour?

The BelTel

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 35:12


Two decades ago, a senior PSNI detective who had come from MI5 headquarters in London saw something he couldn't believe – DUP MP Jeffrey Donaldson entering a gay sauna.That story, which was revealed last week, has fed into speculation around what the police and intelligence services knew about Jeffrey Donaldson's behaviour. It has now become clear that police were aware of the far more serious accusations of pedophilia against the former DUP leader before he led the DUP back to Stormont in January 2024 – just months before he was charged with historical sex offences.Belfast Telegraph Northern Ireland Editor Sam McBride joins Olivia Peden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TyskySour
Starmer Announces Cuts To Pay For Defence

TyskySour

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 64:08


The Prime Minister has announced a £15bn increase in military spending, to be funded by cutting investment budgets in other areas. Plus: Anti-immigrant protests sweep South Africa, former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been found guilty of child sexual abuse, and a look at the ‘anti-woke Davos' taking aim at UK net-zero policies. With Steven Methven, Barry Malone & Khem Rogaly.

Catch Up with Louise McSharry
News Catch-Up: Jeffrey Donaldson, Climate Change and Drug Policy

Catch Up with Louise McSharry

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 51:13


CW: As you might expect, the details of the Jeffrey Donaldson are disturbing in relation to sexual assault.To support the podcast and access bonus episodes, join the community on Patreon here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Last Word with Matt Cooper
Will DUP Survive Donaldson Convictions & Revelations

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 14:49


Deirdre Heenan, professor of Social Policy at Ulster University, talks to Matt about the continuing fallout from the conviction of former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson for child sex abuse and rape. Politicians are calling for an investigation by the Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland, into what PSNI officers might have known about Donaldson's conduct.There were also further revelations about Jeffrey Donaldson in a BBC Spotlight programme, including allegations that issues regarding Donaldson had previous been brought to the attention of people in the DUP.To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Call for probe into what PSNI knew about Donaldson offences

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 4:58


Former leader of the Ulster Unionist Party Doug Beattie has said the Police Ombudsman must begin an investigation into what the PSNI knew regarding Jeffrey Donaldson's child sex offences.Speaking to Anton this morning was Former leader of the Ulster Unionist Party Doug Beattie.

The BelTel
Affairs, gay saunas, and drinking excessively: Former MLA on the Jeffrey Donaldson he knew

The BelTel

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 25:47


Jeffrey Donaldson was an “unmitigated liar” and was living a double life while working in Westminster – according to former DUP MLA Jim Wells. In the days following Jeffrey Donaldson's guilty verdict for child sex offences, more information has arisen about the disgraced MPs personal life – including affairs, the use of gay saunas, and drinking to excess. Former MLA and DUP member Jim Wells joined Olivia Peden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Indo Daily
Jeffrey Donaldson: Allison Morris on what we couldn't report while trial was ongoing

The Indo Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2026 44:03


Jeffrey Donaldson has begun his new life in Maghaberry Prison. Donaldson and his wife, Eleanor, are set to be stripped of their honours. The former MP and DUP leader, Jeffrey Donaldson was found guilty of 18 child sex offences on Monday - including one count of rape. The 63-year-old had pleaded not guilty, but the jury of seven men and five considered its verdicts for ten hours over three days, believing his victims. His wife Eleanor Donaldson was found to have committed the acts relating to offences of aiding and abetting following a trial of the facts. This episode of The Indo Daily is brought to you by our sister podcast The BelTel, as Allison Morris joined Ciarán Dunbar to talk about what she couldn't report while the trial was ongoing. This podcast was originally published on Tuesday July 23rd 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nuacht Mhall
27 Meitheamh 2026 (Baile Átha Cliath)

Nuacht Mhall

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2026 4:52


Nuacht Mhall. Príomhscéalta na seachtaine, léite go mall.*Inniu an seachtú lá is fiche de mhí an Mheithimh. Is mise Liam Ó Brádaigh. I Veiniséala, mharaigh dhá chrith talún cumhachtach 589 duine ar a laghad agus gortaíodh beagnach 3,000. Tráthnóna Dé Céadaoin, braitheadh na creathanna talún, a thomhais 7.2 agus 7.5 ar scála Richter, ar fud an réigiúin. Tá scriosadh foirgneamh agus bóithre forleathan. Tuairiscítear go bhfuil na mílte fós ar iarraidh ar fud na tíre agus foirne tarrthála áitiúla agus idirnáisiúnta ag cuardach marthanóirí. D'fhógair an t-uachtarán eatramhach Delcy Rodriguez staid éigeandála i n-aitheasc don náisiún Dé Céadaoin. Dúirt sí go raibh an rialtas ag cruthú ciste atógála d'ospidéil agus do thithe a ndearnadh damáiste dóibh de bharr na gcreathanna talún. Ciontaíodh iarcheannaire an DUP, Jeffrey Donaldson, i ngach ceann de na 18 gcúiseamh mí-úsáide gnéis leanaí ina choinne, lena n-áirítear éigniú. Fuair an giúiré freisin gur chabhraigh agus gur spreag a bhean chéile, Eleanor, leis, ach níor ciontaíodh í mar gheall ar neamhábaltacht triail a sheasamh. D'aontaigh ionadaithe ó dhá thaobh an deighilt pholaitiúil sa Tuaisceart ina gcáineadh ar iarcheannaire an DUP ag tús ghnó an Tionóil Dé Máirt agus mhol polaiteoirí misneach íospartaigh Donaldson as na líomhaintí a thabhairt chun cinn . Bhí an ceannaire cumhachtach agus suntasach roimhe seo tar éis é féin a chur i láthair mar dhuine a thacaigh le luachanna láidre Críostaí. Ó tugadh an breithiúnas, tá tuilleadh nochtuithe déanta ag iar-oifigigh shinsearacha póilíní agus polaiteoirí faoi iompar bréagchráifeach Donaldson.Tá an tonn teasa tubaisteach ag cur isteach ar an saol in iarthar na hEorpa, go háirithe i Sasana, sa Fhrainc, sa Spáinn agus san Iodáil. Sa Ríocht Aontaithe dhún go leor scoileanna agus gnólachtaí go luath mar gheall ar an teas dian agus tá rabhaidh ann faoi mhoilleanna agus cealuithe traenacha de réir mar a sháraíonn an teocht 37C. Tá cruinneachán teasa tar éis teochtaí a bhrú os cionn 40 céim i gcodanna d'Iarthar na hEorpa an tseachtain seo, rud a d'fhág na céadta marbh. In Éirinn tá rabhaidh tugtha faoi stoirmeacha toirní atá ar tí tarlú ar fud na tíre.*Léirithe ag Conradh na Gaeilge i Londain. Tá an script ar fáil i d'aip phodchraolta.*GLUAISmarthanóirí - survivorsuachtarán eatramhach - interim presidentnochtuithe - revelationsbréagchráifeach - hypocriticaltonn teasa - heat wavecruinneachán teasa - heat dome

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Talkback
Jeffrey Donaldson's double life: Who knew what and when?

Talkback

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 40:18


Highlights from Talkback. William Crawley and guests discuss the news headlines.

Splanc
Splanc Scéalta: Kier Starmer, Jeffrey Donaldson, Caid, Tithíocht, Rothaíocht, agus go leor eile

Splanc

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 45:32


Labhraíonn Feilim Mac An Iomaire le Cuán faoi scéalta móra na seachtaine.

RTÉ - Your Politics
Donaldson does time, committee drug proposals, seagulls swooping around Leinster House and what Westminster change will mean for Ireland

RTÉ - Your Politics

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 23:09


The RTÉ politics team discuss this weeks political happenings...personal drug decriminalisation, the future of the excise cuts, the triple lock and savings with social influencers. Also, Jeffrey Donaldson is convicted and what Westminster change will mean for Ireland.

Talk Media
Starmer OUT, Tartan Army IN (with Paddy Duffy)

Talk Media

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 48:02


Stuart is back with Paddy Duffy as they digest the big stories in the media this week. They're looking at the fallout from Keir Starmer's resignation as Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party, the reaction to the Tartan Army invasion of Miami (and the damp squib welcome that England fans received in Boston). This episode was recorded on Wednesday morning (24th June 2026) so we don't know if we're through to the next round of the World Cup or not! They also discuss the conviction of former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson. That topic contains discussion about sexual assault and abuse, and it starts at 30:20. If you want to skip that one, that's the place to press stop. As always, please do leave your feedback and questions in the comments. Have a great night, 'mon Scotland! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The BelTel
Jeffrey Donaldson: Convicted paedophile's mentor Enoch Powell also accused of preying on children in NI

The BelTel

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 17:27


Throughout the trial of Jeffrey Donaldson, his work for what he called “the local MP” was referenced in court. That MP was Enoch Powell – one of the most controversial British politicians of the 20th century. Donaldson served as Powell's election agent in the mid-80s. Powell, who passed away in 1998, had been accused of being a paedophile, with allegations arising from around the time Jeffrey Donaldson had been working for him.Former DUP leader Donaldson was found guilty of historical sex offences, including rape, at the start of this week. Olivia Peden is joined by Belfast telegraph reporter Andrew Madden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Woman's Hour
Charlotte Edwards; Jeffrey Donaldson convicted; Inclusive fashion; SEND inclusion bases

Woman's Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 57:42


One of Northern Ireland's most high-profile politicians Jeffrey Donaldson is now convicted of 18 child sex abuse charges, including one charge of rape. One politician said the victims showed 'jaw dropping courage' in coming forward. We'll hear from the BBC's Tara Mills who has been in court throughout the trial. Since the start of the Women's T20 Cricket World Cup, the England team have won all three of their group matches against Sri Lanka, Ireland and Scotland, with the West Indies next up tomorrow at the Lords. Nuala is joined by England's head coach and former captain and player Charlotte Edwards, one of the most successful figures in the history of the women's game, and Tilly Corteen-Coleman, the 18-year-old spinner who is the youngest member of England's World Cup squad and one of the country's most exciting young prospects, to discuss the tournament and the growth of women's cricket. An inclusive fashion show happening in Manchester this weekend is hoping to shine a light on how difficult it can be for people with disabilities, including autism, to find clothes which suit their bodies and feel good. Ellie Brown, the founder of inclusive clothing brand ReCondition, is hosting the fashion show. She chats to us. We're also joined by Sam Stein, a YouTuber who makes content about living with autism, who shares how little changes can go a long way. The education secretary Bridget Phillipson has said inclusion bases – specialised areas in schools to support SEND pupils - are being misused to punish disruptive pupils. Later this week, the Department for Education will publish guidance for schools to tackle what they describe as the conflation of bad pupil behaviour with special educational needs and disabilities. Nuala is joined by Margaret Mulholland - SEN and inclusion specialist at the Association of School and College Leaders, and Hayley Harding a SEND parent and organiser and founder of campaign group Let Us Learn Too - to discuss how these designated SEND spaces can be used as a bridge to school life, and not as a barrier to it.

RTÉ - Morning Ireland
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson found guilty of all charges including rape

RTÉ - Morning Ireland

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 8:00


Vincent Kearney, Northern Editor, reports on the reaction to former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson being found guilty of 18 sexual offence charges.

Best of Nolan
Ex-DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson spends first night in prison after conviction for child sexual abuse - Nolan gets reaction

Best of Nolan

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 82:48


Belfast Telegraph's Sam McBride, UUP leader Jon Burrows and TUV's Jim Allister discuss

The Smart 7
Starmer steps down as Burnham arrives, former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson found guilty on abuse charges, tributes to music industry mogul Clive Davis RIP

The Smart 7

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 7:30


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The BelTel
Jeffrey Donaldson: Allison Morris on what we couldn't report while trial was ongoing

The BelTel

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 44:02


Jeffrey Donaldson has begun his new life in Maghaberry Prison. Donaldson and his wife, Eleanor, are set to be stripped of their honours. The former MP and DUP leader, Jeffrey Donaldson was found guilty of 18 child sex offences on Monday - including one count of rape. The 63-year-old had pleaded not guilty, but the jury of seven men and five considered its verdicts for ten hours over three days, believing his victims. His wife Eleanor Donaldson was found to have committed the acts relating to offences of aiding and abetting following a trial of the facts. Allison Morris joined Ciarán Dunbar to talk about what we couldn't report while the trial was ongoing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Indo Daily
How Jeffrey Donaldson went from political giant to convicted child rapist

The Indo Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 22:14


Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been found guilty of 18 historical sex offences against two women when they were children. ­ A jury at Newry Crown Court convicted him of one count of rape, 13 counts of indecent assault and four counts of gross indecency. His wife Eleanor Donaldson has been found to have committed the acts relating to offences of aiding and abetting following a trial of the facts. Jeffrey Donaldson (63) had pleaded not guilty to the alleged offences, which spanned a period between 1985 and 2008. ­ Complainants A and B both gave evidence at the trial, alleging they were abused as children. This episode of The Indo Daily is brought to you by our sister podcast The BelTel, as Ciaran Dunbar is joined by, Allison Morris, Sam McBride and Suzanne Breen. The Indo Daily is part of the Trust Project. You can see our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalismSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In The News
Jeffrey Donaldson found guilty: the full story

In The News

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 28:12


The former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been found guilty of all 18 child sex abuse charges against him, including rape. His wife Eleanor was also found by the jury to have aided and abetted him, but she was not convicted due to inability to stand trial. The outcome of the trial hinged on whether the jury believed Donaldson or his two victims. Freya McClements explains how the jurors may have been convinced of Donaldson's guilt, what happened when the verdict was delivered and how religion, faith and forgiveness were major themes of the case. Plus, Mark Hennessy looks back on Donaldson's rise and fall and how his conviction could affect the DUP and unionism more broadly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Last Word with Matt Cooper
Former DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson Found Guilty Of 18 Sexual Offence Charges

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 13:44


The former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been found guilty of 18 child sex abuse charges, including rape.The jury of five women and seven men returned with the verdict on Monday afternoon after ten hours of deliberations.Jamie O'Hara, Today FM reporter and Stephen Walker, former political correspondent at the BBC join Matt on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the piece.

Highlights from The Hard Shoulder
Jeffrey Donaldson found guilty on sexual abuse charges - latest updates

Highlights from The Hard Shoulder

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 3:36


Jeffrey Donaldson has been found guilty of 18 historical sexual abuse charges against two victims.Newstalk's Courts Correspondent Jamie O'Hara joins Shane from Newry Crown Court to give the latest updates…

The BelTel
“Donaldson was a fraud”: Allison Morris, Sam McBride and Suzanne Breen react as Jeffrey Donaldson found guilty of sex offences

The BelTel

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 25:00


Jeffrey Donaldson has been found guilty of 18 historical sex offences, including one count of rape, 13 of indecent assault and four of gross indecency. The offences were against two women when they were children. His wife Eleanor Donaldson has been found to have committed the acts relating to offences of aiding and abetting following a trial of the facts. The leaders of the UUP and TUV immediately called for the Donaldsons to be stripped of their titles. Jeffrey Donaldson has been taken to Maghaberry prison to start his sentence. Ciarán Dunbar is joined by Allison Morris, Sam McBride, and Suzanne Breen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The BelTel
GUILTY: Jeffrey Donaldson is now a convicted child rapist

The BelTel

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 7:33


Jeffrey Donaldson has been found guilty of all charges – the judge said prison is “inevitable”. A jury of seven men and five women had considered its verdicts for more than nine hours over two days, and reached a verdict just after lunch on Monday. The 63-year-old former MP had pleaded not guilty to 18 offences including one count of rape. His wife Eleanor Donaldson found guilty of all charges including five of aiding and abetting – she was facing a trial of the facts and cannot be convicted or go to prison. Belfast Telegraph reporter Kyle Frazer joins Ciarán Dunbar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

News Headlines in Morse Code at 15 WPM

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Moscow comes under largest Ukrainian drone attack since start of the war Major Oak Ancient Robin Hood tree is dead, experts say Why are Scotland fans putting traffic cones on Bostons statues Voters set to head to the polls for Makerfield by election Mums unimaginable pain over murder of baby Preston Davey Cervical cancer deaths fall to zero in young women given vaccine Daveigh Chase, The Ring and Lilo and Stitch star, dead at 35 First shadow fleet vessel enters Channel since Smyrtos boarding We had to get out of the way The backlash over delivery robots Jeffrey Donaldson sex abuse trial jury sent out to consider verdicts

News Headlines in Morse Code at 25 WPM

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Cervical cancer deaths fall to zero in young women given vaccine We had to get out of the way The backlash over delivery robots Moscow comes under largest Ukrainian drone attack since start of the war Why are Scotland fans putting traffic cones on Bostons statues Major Oak Ancient Robin Hood tree is dead, experts say Daveigh Chase, The Ring and Lilo and Stitch star, dead at 35 Voters set to head to the polls for Makerfield by election Mums unimaginable pain over murder of baby Preston Davey Jeffrey Donaldson sex abuse trial jury sent out to consider verdicts First shadow fleet vessel enters Channel since Smyrtos boarding

News Headlines in Morse Code at 20 WPM

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv We had to get out of the way The backlash over delivery robots Moscow comes under largest Ukrainian drone attack since start of the war Why are Scotland fans putting traffic cones on Bostons statues First shadow fleet vessel enters Channel since Smyrtos boarding Major Oak Ancient Robin Hood tree is dead, experts say Cervical cancer deaths fall to zero in young women given vaccine Jeffrey Donaldson sex abuse trial jury sent out to consider verdicts Voters set to head to the polls for Makerfield by election Daveigh Chase, The Ring and Lilo and Stitch star, dead at 35 Mums unimaginable pain over murder of baby Preston Davey

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Summary of final day of the Jeffrey Donaldson case

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 6:28


The jury to resume deliberations in the sex offences trial of former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson. We get the latest from Newry Crown Court with Newstalk Reporter Jamie O'Hara.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Closing speeches end in Donaldson sex abuse trial

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 7:24


The judge at the trial of Jeffrey Donaldson will begin his charge to the jury this morning following the conclusion of closing statements yesterday. Our reporter Jamie O Hara was at Newry Court Court and gave us the latest from the trial.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Closing arguments heard in the trial of Jeffrey Donaldson

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 7:13


Jeffrey Donaldson's Defence Barrister Kieran Vaughan will continue his closing speech to the jury today on the forth week of the trial at Newry Crown Court. For the latest on the trial from Newry Crown Court Anton spoke to our reporter Jamie O Hara.

RTÉ - News at One Podcast
Complainants did not take case against Donaldson 'for the fun of it', trial hears

RTÉ - News at One Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 4:06


Northern Correspondent, Conor Macauley reports on the latest from the Jeffrey Donaldson trial.

RTÉ - News at One Podcast
Donaldson denies meeting was to nip allegations in bud, court told

RTÉ - News at One Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 5:20


Northern Editor, Vincent Kearney reports on former DUP leader, Jeffrey Donaldson's testimony at his trial in Newry Crown Court.

In The News
Inside court as Jeffrey Donaldson takes the stand

In The News

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 15:58


Jeffrey Donaldson took the stand in Newry Crown Court on Thursday at his trial on charges of historical child sex abuse.It was the 13th day of the trial, and he was questioned by the defence barrister about the specific allegations made by the two complainants.The former DUP leader told the jury that he does not accept any allegations that he sexually abused two women while they were children. He did admit infidelity; that he had had an affair with a woman in London nearly 20 years ago. That was in the morning.Then in the afternoon the prosecution began its cross-examination, and that will continue on Friday and perhaps into next week.So what did he say when the 18 charges were put to him? And what next for this trial?Irish Times Northern eEditor Freya McClements was in court for Donaldson's testimony.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Suzanne Brennan, with research by Ellen Clusker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RTÉ - News at One Podcast
Jeffrey Donaldson has denied all charges in his trial

RTÉ - News at One Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 4:12


Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has denied that he raped a woman as a young child in evidence to his trial on sex abuse charges. Our Northern Correspondent Conor Macauley was in court.

The Indo Daily
Jeffrey Donaldson: The secret recordings, letters of 'repent' and WhatsApps at centre of trial

The Indo Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 26:52


The Jeffrey Donaldson trial has now entered its third week. Allison Morris, Crime Correspondent with The Belfast Telegraph joins Fionnán Sheahan to discuss the secret recordings, letters of 'repent' and WhatsApp's at centre of the high-profile trial. ­ Jeffrey Donaldson, former leader of The DUP, faces historic rape and indecency charges. Donaldson has pleaded not guilty to a total of 18 alleged offences. The charges span a time period between 1985 and 2008 and involve two alleged victims. ­ Eleanor Donaldson, from Dublinhill Road, Dromore, Co Down, denies several charges of aiding and abetting her husband's alleged offending. She is subject to a trial of the facts after being ruled unfit to stand trial due to mental health issues. ­ We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalismSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Six O'Clock News
Energy bills to rise for millions as price cap increases

Six O'Clock News

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 30:15


The regulator Ofgem says its energy price cap will go up by 13 per cent in July, because of volatility in the gas market, from the conflict with Iran. The British Medical Association says resident doctors in England, who are in dispute with the government about pay, will go on strike for five days next month. Ministers have dismissed Sir Tony Blair's criticisms of Labour's policy agenda -- saying the government is taking "big steps" to change the country. 01:21 – Energy price cap to rise 05:38 – Resident doctors announce strike 07:29 – Reports of draft Iran deal 12:30 – Minister dismisses Blair criticism 16:50 – Student loan repayment complaints 21:02 – Ebola warning in DR Congo 23:09 – Jeffrey Donaldson trial 25:01 – Large Samsung pay offer 26:24 – Birth rates at lowest since 1970s 28:16 – Tap water — a legal entitlement?