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One year ago, on March 29, a political earthquake shook Northern Ireland. DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson had resigned and had been suspended from the party after being charged with historical sexual offences. How did that day play out and what impact has the scandal had on Northern Ireland? Today's Indo Daily comes from our sister podcast The BelTel. Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guest: Suzanne BreenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One year ago, 29th of March, journalists began to realise that a massive political story was breaking - -the DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson had deleted his website and social media accounts. Then a statement emerged from the DUP, Donaldson had resigned and had been suspended from the party after being charged with historical sexual offences. Jeffrey Donaldson's wife, Eleanor Donaldson, was also facing criminal charges – all of which they both strenuously denied. How did that day play out, what was the DUP reaction and how have they DUP handled it since? Belfast Telegraph Political Editor Suzanne Breen joins Ciarán Dunbar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Níl mórán scéalta a bhaineann siar as iriseoirí a bhfuil taithí na mblianta acu, ach sin go díreach an rud a tharla ar Aoine an Chéasta na bliana seo caite. Gabhadh ceannaire an DUP, Sir Jeffery Donaldson agus a bhean chéile, Lady Eleanor Donaldson, go luath maidin Déardaoin 28ú Márta 2024 i dtaca le líomhaintí cionta gnéasach a tharla i bhfad roimhe seo. Baineann na 18 gcúiseamh i gcoinne Jeffrey Donaldson le héigniú, le hionsaí mígheanasach agus gníomh ró-mhígheanas - séanann sé na líomhaintí go léir. Ar Seachtain, amharcann Ciaran Dunbar siar ar an ghéarchéim seo i bpolaitíocht Thuaisceart Éireann. Foclóir: Gabh: Arrest Dearbhaigh: Ascertain Cúisíodh é: He was charged Ráiteas: Statement Cionta: Offences An-aitheanta: well known Baineadh siar as: He was taken aback Cráifeach: Religious Cuireadh ar fionraí é: He was suspended Líomhaintí: Allegations Dualgas: Obligation Íospartach: Victim Gearánaí: Complainants Leochaileach: Vulnerable Aontachtach: Unionist Tionól: Assembly Clis: Break down Ag feidhmiú: Functioning See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In January 2024, opponents of the then DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson, and the deal he struck with the government over post-Brexit arrangements put together a political plot - ‘Operation Torpedo' - Its aim, to wreck the proposed deal. The wire-tapping and subsequent live-tweeting of a supposedly secret meeting caused a sensation. The key figure in the scheme was loyalist Jamie Bryson. Now The BelTel can reveal more details about the ‘operation' and the number of people involved. Guest: Allison Morris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We hear from Northern Editor, Vincent Kearney

Vincent Kearney, RTÉ Northern Editor

Freelance journalist Amanda Ferguson joined Anton to discuss the latest developments in the trial against Jeffrey Donaldson, who faces sex abuse charges. As the next hearing takes place this morning, Amanda provided insights into the case and what can be expected as the trial moves forward.

DESCRIPTION: Sir Jeffrey Donaldson will return to court in the autumn to formally answer historical sex offence charges. He and his wife Lady Eleanor appeared in Court in Newry on Wednesday morning. The number of charges he faces is now 18 - an increase of seven alleged offences since his last appearance in court. This extra podcast of ‘The Indo Daily' comes from our sister podcast ‘The BelTel'. Ciarán Dunbar spoke to Liam Tunney and Allison Morris, who were in court in Newry. Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guests: Liam Tunney & Allison MorrisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Northern Editor Vincent Kearney reports.

The number of historical sex offences being faced by former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has increased. This comes as he is due before Newry Magistrates Court this morning with his wife, Eleanor for a preliminary enquiry to establish whether there is sufficient evidence for a trial We get the latest on this with Amanda Ferguson, Freelance Journalist based in Belfast.

Beidh Jeffrey Donaldson ar ais sa chúirt san Fhómhar. Bhí sé féin agus a bhean Lady Eleanor os comhair na cúirte ar an Iúr maidin Dé Céadaoin. Tá líon na gcúiseamh curtha ina leith méadaithe go dtí 18 anois. Foclóir: Breitheamh – judge Cúisimh - charges Cúirt Chorónach - Crown Court Ráiteas poiblí – public statement Séanann sé – he denies Líomhaintí – allegations Pléadáil – plead Sprioc - objective See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sir Jeffrey Donaldson will return to court in the autumn to formally answer historical sex offence charges. He and his wife Lady Eleanor appeared in Court in Newry on Wednesday morning. The number of charges he faces is now 18 - an increase of seven alleged offences since his last appearance in court. Ciarán Dunbar spoke to Liam Tunney and Allison Morris, who were in court in Newry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a horrendous campaign for the Conservatives so far, careening from disaster to catastrophe, but the Tories don't have the exclusive on political drama. This week Nish and Coco focus on the action in the devolved nations, with a particular focus on Wales and Northern Ireland. First, we check in with Welsh Journalist Will Hayward to learn about the recent vote of no confidence in First Minister Vaughan Gething and Labour's manifesto pledge to tune up the current devolution agreements. Then, Coco chats to Plaid Cymru Leader Rhun ap Iorwerth, to learn more about Plaid's ambitions for Wales and their plans to turn up the heat on Labour. Later, we check in to Northern Ireland, speaking to journalist Amanda Ferguson about the stakes of the next election and whether allegations about former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson will have any bearing on the election. Finally, the gang break out some of Coco's recently rebranded charming and quizzical moments. Pod Save the UK is a Reduced Listening production for Crooked Media.Contact us via email: PSUK@reducedlistening.co.uk WhatsApp: 07494 933 444 (UK) or + 44 7494 933 444 (internationally)Insta: https://instagram.com/podsavetheukTwitter: https://twitter.com/podsavetheukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podsavetheukFacebook: https://facebook.com/podsavetheukYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/podsavetheworld Guests:Rhun ap IorwerthWill HaywardAmanda Ferguson Audio credits:Sky NewsBlue Sky.mp3 by Sergmusic -- https://freesound.org/s/639933/ -- License: Creative Commons 0TikTok/ Suella Braverman  Useful links:Jo Stevens interview with S4C https://x.com/NewyddionS4C/status/1802786241852707250Constituencies and candidates: Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr: https://whocanivotefor.co.uk/elections/parl.montgomeryshire-and-glyndwr.2024-07-04/montgomeryshire-and-glyndwr/Ynys Mon:https://whocanivotefor.co.uk/elections/parl.ynys-mon.2024-07-04/ynys-mon/Dudley:https://whocanivotefor.co.uk/elections/parl.dudley.2024-07-04/dudley/Fareham: https://whocanivotefor.co.uk/elections/parl.fareham-and-waterlooville.2024-07-04/fareham-and-waterlooville/

First we focus on political upheaval following the announcement that Eamon Ryan is stepping down as leader of the Greens. Political correspondent Cormac McQuinn provides updates on the frontrunners to succeed him, including Minister for Children Roderic O'Gorman and Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Pippa Hackett. Then we turn to Northern Ireland, where voters will select their 18 Westminster MPs next month. Can the DUP hold onto its seats in the aftermath of the crisis surrounding Jeffrey Donaldson? Mark Hennessy and Freya McClements look at what really matters to voters in these elections and whether the issue of Irish unity is on the radar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On 4th July, Northern Ireland's 18 parliamentary constituencies will decide who they will send to Westminster. A number of constituencies will see change in July, including Jeffrey Donaldson's Lagan Valley seat. Meanwhile, PM Rishi Sunak's plans to reintroduce national service have been seen by some as the wrong move for attracting younger voters. Ciarán Dunbar is joined by lecturer and political commentator David McCann and former DUP Spad and commentator Lee Reynolds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Also, a budget for NI is expected to be agreed by Stormont's ministers later today.

Vincent Kearney, Northern Editor, discusses the court appearance later this morning of former DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson.

Ex-DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson appeared in court on Wednesday morning, charged with rape and a number of other historical sex offences. Donaldson's wife Eleanor was also present to face charges in relation to the same police investigation. We examine the 11 charges against Jeffrey Donaldson, and the decision to relax his bail conditions. Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guests: Liam Tunney and Allison MorrisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Northern Editor Vincent Kearney reports.

Conor MacAuley, RTÉ's Northern Correspondent

Former leader of the Democratic Unionist Party, Jeffrey Donaldson has been charged with 11 historical sex offences over a 21 year period.Amanda Ferguson, Journalist based in Belfast, joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson is due to appear before Newry magistrates court later this morning. Journalist Amanda Ferguson is covering the story and joined Ciara this morning.

Alex Kane, Lisa Whitten, Freya McClements and Pat Leahy joined Hugh Linehan in Northern Ireland for a live show at the MAC in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter. The panel discussed the shocking departure of Jeffrey Donaldson from the pinnacle of NI politics, how the political system has responded since, and what it all means for the future of unionism and the power-sharing institutions. They also discuss the importance of the "neither" voters, the price of reunification and the economic benefits of Northern Ireland's post-Brexit position. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern joins Eamon to talk about the impact of Jeffrey Donaldson's resignation as leader of the DUP, the price of uniting Ireland, and challenges facing Simon Harris as he takes over as Taoiseach.Recorded on Tuesday 9th April 2024. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-stand-with-eamon-dunphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mr Robinson said Sir Jeffrey currently holds no role within the DUP.

Nuacht Mhall. Príomhscéalta na seachtaine, léite go mall. * Inniu an séú lá de mhí Aibreáin. Is mise Niall Ó Siadhail. Beidh Simon Harris ina Thaoiseach Dé Máirt nuair a fhillfidh Teachtaí Dála ar an Dáil i ndiaidh shos na Cásca. Ós rud é nach raibh aon iarrthóir eile do cheannaireacht Fhine Gael tar éis do Leo Varadkar éirí as an ról, tá Harris ina cheannaire gan toghchán ach beidh vóta de dhíth sa Dáil chun é a dheimhniú mar Thaoiseach, an Taoiseach is óige i stair an stáit ag seacht mbliana is tríocha d'aois. Baineadh croitheadh as lucht polaitíochta an Tuaiscirt seachtain ó shin nuair a gabhadh Jeffrey Donaldson, ceannaire an Pháirtí Aontachtaigh Daonlathaigh, ar chúiseanna mí-úsáide stairiúla, ach roghnaíodh Gavin Robinson mar cheannaire sealadach an pháirtí agus táthar ag súil nach mbeidh aon drochéifeacht ar Thionól Chnoc an Anfa. Tá beagnach 40 ball den Pháirtí Daonlathach i Meiriceá, Nancy Pelosi ina measc, i ndiaidh impí ar Uachtarán na Stát Aontaithe, Joe Biden, agus ar an Rúnaí Stáit, Anthony Blinken, stop a chur le díolacháin arm d'Iosrael. D'éiligh Biden féin sos cogaidh Déardaoin tar éis d'fhórsaí Iosraelacha seachtar oibrithe cabhracha a mharú. Tá súil ag an charthanacht World Central Kitchen go dtarlóidh fiosrúchán neamhspleách. Ghlac Iosrael freagracht as an eachtra, agus dúirt an Príomh-Aire nár tharla sé d'aon ghnó, ach níor gabhadh aon phardún faoi. Tá imní ann sa Mheánoirthear maidir le freagairt na hIaráine ar mharú seachtar oifigeach den Gharda Réabhlóideach i nDamaisc na Siria fosta. Cuirfear tús le Craobhchomórtas Sinsir na hÉireann sa Pheil an deireadh seachtaine seo agus foireann Londan ag imirt in aghaidh Chontae na Gaillimhe in Ruislip inniu. Beidh Maigh Eo ag imirt i Nua Eabhrac amárach agus roinnt cluichí ar siúl ar fud na hÉireann. Fuair Doire an lámh in uachtar ar Bhaile Átha Cliath an tseachtain seo caite i gcluiche ceannais na Sraithe Náisiúnta agus measann anailísithe gurb iad an dá fhoireann sin chomh maith le Ciarraí a bheidh ag dul in iomaíocht don duais is mó, Corn Mhig Uidhir, ag deireadh an chomórtais i mí Iúil. Cuirfear tús le Craobhchomórtas Sinsir na hÉireann san Iománaíocht an mhí seo fosta ach ar dtús tá cluiche ceannais na Sraithe Náisiúnta idir an Clár agus Cill Cheannaigh ar siúl i nDurlas Éile anocht. * Léirithe ag Conradh na Gaeilge i Londain. Tá an script ar fáil i d'aip phodchraolta. * GLUAIS cúiseanna mí-úsáide stairiúla - historical abuse charges Tionól Chnoc an Anfa - the Stormont Assembly díolacháin arm - arms sales fiosrúchán neamhspleách - independent investigation anailísithe - pundits ag dul in iomaíocht - competing

Ahead of Simon Harris's first Fine Gael Ard Fheis as party leader, Cormac McQuinn and Jack Horgan-Jones join Hugh Linehan to discuss the potential quick wins and policy departures Harris can look to implement when his expected tenure as taoiseach begins next Tuesday. And while we were denied the excitement of hustings and voting, there is still much speculation as to the potential make-up of Simon Harris's Cabinet. How does he find the balance between merit and geography? And will some Fine Gael party departees have their arms twisted to stay?Also on the podcast: the other recent earthquake in Irish politics was the unexpected resignation of DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson, following his charging for historical sexual offences. Just a few short weeks after the Assembly was reconstituted, the revelation has been received with a certain level of calm by the political establishment, with interim DUP leader Gavin Robinson coming from the more moderate tradition within the party. But could the deal struck for power-sharing be tested in the months ahead? And will the looming Westminster election give rise to turmoil within a deeply divided DUP party? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

And eight weeks after our MLA's return to Stormont they're getting a pay rise.

The panel also discuss what's ahead for the other parties and our politics in general.

*Send your thoughts, opinions and feedback via voicenote to 0892096423* It may be a bank holiday but you bettter believe Carl Kinsella and I got to our microphones this morning to bring you a news update. My voice was barely playing ball, but we persevered and manages to chat about Jeffrey Donaldson's resignation, the continued conversation about Israel at Eurovision and some stolen hanging baskets among other things. To support the podcast and access bonus episodes join our community on Patreon.Come and join me and some of the gang at my live show in The Laughter Lounge on May 9th! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coleman O'Sullivan speaks to Michelle O'Neill, First Minister of Northern Ireland, following the resignation of Jeffrey Donaldson as leader of the DUP and Alex Kane outlines what mayhappen next.

Baineadh siar as go leor Dé hAoine nuair a fógraíodh go raibh Jeffrey Donaldson réidh mar cheannaire an DUP. Níl sé ach dhá mhí ó cuireadh Tionól Stormont i bhfeidhm arís tar éis bearna dhá bhliain, mar sin céard a chiallaíonn sé don fheidhmeannas agus don DUP?

William spoke to guests about the breaking news.

Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has resigned as DUP leader after being charged with historical sex offences. The Belfast Telegraph's Northern Ireland editor Sam McBride explains the implications of this political earthquake to Ciarán Dunbar. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com, pop in code INDO and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Northern Editor Vincent Kearney has the breaking news. Analysis from political commentator Alex Kane and columnist Brian Feeney

Jeffrey Donaldson, leader of the Democratic Unionist Party, on why today's Stormont vote on applying EU law in Northern Ireland is a 'watershed moment.'

Donaldson says he is firing a reality check to Unionists.

Also, Belfast businesswoman hits out at more proposed bus and rail strikes for next week.

Sinn Féin MLA and Northern Ireland's new Minister for the Economy Conor Murphy joined us to speak on what they want from PM Rishi Sunak, while Jeffrey Donaldson responded to nominating Paul Given as Minister of Education and not Finance

Nuacht Mhall. Príomhscéalta na seachtaine, léite go mall. * Inniu an 3ú lá de mhí Feabhra. Is mise Niall Ó Cuileagáin. Dheimhnigh an DUP go bhfillfeadh siad thar n-ais ar Stormont an tseachtain seo tar éis margaidh a dhein siad le Rialtas na Breataine. Ní raibh forais Stormont ina seasamh le dhá bhliain anuas ó tharraing an DUP amach astu mar gheall ar an margadh trádála déanta idir Rialtas na Breataine agus an tAontas Eorpach. Dúirt ceannaire an DUP, Jeffrey Donaldson, go raibh sé sásta go mbeadh “áit Thuaisceart Éireann sa Ríocht Aontaithe sábháilte de bharr a bhfuil geallta ag Rialtas na Breataine”. De réir an mhargaidh nua, beidh níos lú seiceálachacustaim ar earraí a sheoltar ón mBreatain agus a choinnítear sa Tuaisceart. Is cosúil go dtiocfaidh feisirí Thionól Stormont le chéile Dé Sathairn agus go mbeidh Michelle O'Neill óShinn Féin ina Céad-Aire de bharr thorthaí an toghcháin dheireanaigh. Seo an chéad uair a bheidh náisiúnaí ina Chéad-Aire ó bunaíodh Tuaisceart Éireann. Tá sé deimhnithe ag an Aontas Eorpach €50 billiún breise a thabhairt don Úcráin tar éis cruinniú éigeandála sa Bhruiséil an tseachtain seo. Bhí Príomh-Aire na hUngáire, Viktor Orbán, i gcoinne níos mó tacaíochta a chur ar fáil don Úcráin roimh an Nollaig, ach d'athraigh sé a mheon le linn an chruinnithe. Ba chóir go mbeadh gach cinneadh déanta d'aon ghuth san Aontas Eorpach agus mar sin, bhí fíor-thábhachtacht ag baint le cinneadh Orbán. Beidh an t-airgead seo riachtanach don Úcráin chun a seirbhísí agus a geilleagar a choinneáil slán. Tá géarghá le maoiniú ag an Úcráin tar éis dhá bhliain ag troid in aghaidhfhórsaí na Rúise agus an méid díobhála atá déanta sa tír ó thosaigh an cogadh. Ceiliúradh Lá Fhéile Bríde (nó Imbolc) Déardaoin agus beidh lá saoire bainc in Éirinn Dé Luain, an dara huair riamh a bheidh lá saoire ann chun onóir a thabhairt don Naomh agus don mBandia. Bhí an Taoiseach Leo Varadkar sa Bhruiséil an tseachtain seo, áit ar bhuail sé le hUachtarán Pharlaimint na hEorpa, Roberta Metsola. Tar éis a gcruinnithe, scríobh Metsolateachtaireacht i nGaolainn ar na meáin shóisialta inar ghuigh sí beannachtaí na Féile Bríde ar mhuintir na hÉireann. Beidh roinnt imeachtaí ar siúl le linn an deireadh seachtaine chun ómós a dhéanamh do Bhríd: mar shampla, beidh mórshiúl i gCluain Dolcáin Dé Domhnaigh ina mbeidh daoine gléasta mar chleamairí agus mar Bhríd, an Naomh agus an Bandia págánach. Beidh oilithreacht go dtí Tobar Bhríde, atá suite sa cheantar chomh maith, ar an Luan. * Léirithe ag Conradh na Gaeilge i Londain. Tá an script ar fáil i d'aip phodchraolta. * GLUAIS margadh trádála - trade deal Céad-Aire - First Minister cruinniú éigeandála - emergency meeting geilleagar - economy ómós - homage, respect cleamairí - strawboys, biddy boys, mummers

Mr Donaldson talks us through the deal he has negotiated with the UK government

From the BBC World Service: Democratic Unionist Party leader Jeffrey Donaldson said his party had agreed to end its almost two-year boycott of the Northern Ireland Assembly. We’ll discuss. Then, we’ll take a look at ongoing demonstrations across Europe: Hundreds of tractors are blocking major roads into Paris as farmers protest against red tape and foreign competition, and Germany experiences a second weekend of protests against a far-right party’s mass deportation meetings.

From the BBC World Service: Democratic Unionist Party leader Jeffrey Donaldson said his party had agreed to end its almost two-year boycott of the Northern Ireland Assembly. We’ll discuss. Then, we’ll take a look at ongoing demonstrations across Europe: Hundreds of tractors are blocking major roads into Paris as farmers protest against red tape and foreign competition, and Germany experiences a second weekend of protests against a far-right party’s mass deportation meetings.

Details of the DUP's deal with the government begin to emerge.

Jeffrey Donaldson, DUP leader, discusses why his party is backing a deal that will see power-sharing return to Northern Ireland and the situation that saw loyalist blogger Jamie Bryson tweeting what was happening at their meeting.

Vincent Kearney, Northern Editor, on the DUP meeting held last night where leader Jeffrey Donaldson set out the stall for a possible return to Stormont.

Vincent Kearney, Northern Editor, brings us up to speed on the possibility of the return of the Stormont power-sharing arrangement as Jeffrey Donaldson this evening addresses members of the DUP.

Was yesterday a gamer-changer moment for the DUP?

William Crawley and panel discuss

Will they or won't they? DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson must soon decide whether to lead his party back into power-sharing or to let devolution die and direct rule return. The decision he makes will be defining for Northern Ireland, for Unionism and for Donaldson himself. To discuss the forces at play, unionist commentator Alex Kane and Northern Editor Freya McClements join Pat and Hugh. Alex Kane is a commentator based in Belfast. He was formerly director of communications for the Ulster Unionist Party. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.