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Assembly launches review of Jeffrey Donaldson’s behaviour within Parliament Buildings
The Chief Executive of the Northern Ireland Assembly has launched a review into Jeffrey Donaldson’s behaviour whilst at Parliament Buildings, at the request of Speaker Edwin Poots.
Jim Gamble to lead review into Jeffrey Donaldson for the DUP
The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) has confirmed that child safeguarding expert Jim Gamble will lead a review into Jeffrey Donaldson’s time within the party. Last month, Donaldson was convicted of 18 counts of sex abuse against two women when they were children, including rape.
Sinn Féin announce Assembly candidates in multiple constituencies ahead of election next year
Sinn Féin continues to announce candidates for the 2027 Assembly election. Launch events have occurred in Newry and Armagh, East Londonderry, South Down, East Antrim and Upper Bann.
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