DUP leader Sir Geoffrey Donaldson has previously spoken out about being threatened (Oliver McVeigh/PA)
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The leader of the Democratic Unionist Party resigned after it was revealed he had been charged with historic sex crimes.
The Democratic Unionist Party confirmed on Friday that Sir Geoffrey Donaldson, who has led the party since 2021 and is a suspect in the scandal, is resigning.
In a statement released on Friday, the DUP said: “The party chairman has received a letter from Sir Geoffrey Donaldson MP confirming the historic charges against him and stating that he will resign as leader of the DUP. position.” Effective immediately.
“In accordance with party rules, party officials have suspended Mr Donaldson’s membership pending the outcome of the judicial process.”
Police revealed a 61-year-old man was charged on Friday and a 57-year-old woman was reportedly arrested and charged alongside the politician for aiding and abetting other offences.
A police spokesman told independent: “Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland have arrested a 61-year-old man and charged him with a non-recent sexual offense.”
Party officials appointed MP Gavin Robinson as interim leader.
Sir Geoffrey, Northern Ireland’s longest-serving MP, was recognized by the Queen and knighted in the 2016 Birthday Honors.
DUP leader arrested over historic sex crimes, police release full statement
Sir Geoffrey Donaldson has resigned as leader of the Democratic Unionist Party after being accused of historic sex crimes.
A police spokesman told independent: “Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland have arrested a 61-year-old man and charged him with a non-recent sexual offence.
“A 57-year-old woman was also arrested at the time and charged with aiding and abetting other offences.
“Both men are due to appear at Newry Magistrates’ Court on April 24.
“In accordance with normal procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the prosecution.”
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Athena StavroMarch 29, 2024 13:27
Sir Geoffrey Donaldson resigns after being accused of ‘historic’ crimes
The leader of the Democratic Unionist Party resigned after it was revealed he had been accused of historical crimes.
The Democratic Unionist Party confirmed on Friday that Sir Geoffrey Donaldson, who has led the party since 2021 and is a suspect in the scandal, is resigning.
In a statement released on Friday, the DUP said: “The party chairman has received a letter from Sir Geoffrey Donaldson MP confirming the historic charges against him and stating that he will resign as leader of the DUP position.” Effective immediately.
“In accordance with party rules, party members have suspended Mr Donaldson’s membership pending the outcome of the judicial process.”
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Athena StavroMarch 29, 2024 13:19
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