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sirjeffrey donaldson, who was the leader of the largest unionist party in northern ireland, the democratic unionist party, has been charged with historical sexual offences and is stepping down as leader. 57 woman has also been charged with aiding and abetting in connection with the alleged offences. the dup, whichjust earlier this year went back into a power—sharing government with sinn fein at stormont, said the party chairman has received a letter from sirjeffrey donaldson confirming that he has been charged with allegations of an historical nature, and indicating he is stepping down as leader of the dup with immediate effect. another dup mp, gavin robinson, has been appointed as interim party leader. we can talk now to mark devenport, who joins me. he is the bbc? former political editor in northern ireland. give me your thoughts on what has been happening. 0ur momentous story. sir happening. 0ur momentous story. s " jeffrey donaldson is leader of the largest unionist party there and he has just largest unionist party there and he hasjust taken largest unionist party there and he has jus
sirjeffrey donaldson, who was the leader of the largest unionist party in northern ireland, the democratic unionist party, has been charged with historical sexual offences and is stepping down as leader. 57 woman has also been charged with aiding and abetting in connection with the alleged offences. the dup, whichjust earlier this year went back into a power—sharing government with sinn fein at stormont, said the party chairman has received a letter from sirjeffrey donaldson confirming that...
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so sirjeffrey donaldson in many ways had a choice ofjobs. ireland in recent years. he of course took his party, his party came out of stormont in protest at the eu- came out of stormont in protest at the eu— northern ireland protocol, the eu— northern ireland protocol, the post—brexit trading arrangements, he took his party out and in many ways it was sirjeffrey donaldson who was the key figure in taking his party back into stormont only six weeks ago. jeffrey donaldson was basically selling the deal then too many unionists who are reluctant to go back into stormont, so he was a figure, is a figure of considerable political influence stop by and they figure incredibly well known in westminster because of all those negotiations what wright all those negotiations what wright all those negotiations you have been talking about. yes, several dup mps, without any disrespect to them, wouldn't be well—known all prominent figures more broadly, but sir jeffrey donaldson was very much the exception. now, his parliamentary party, it should be said, was
so sirjeffrey donaldson in many ways had a choice ofjobs. ireland in recent years. he of course took his party, his party came out of stormont in protest at the eu- came out of stormont in protest at the eu— northern ireland protocol, the eu— northern ireland protocol, the post—brexit trading arrangements, he took his party out and in many ways it was sirjeffrey donaldson who was the key figure in taking his party back into stormont only six weeks ago. jeffrey donaldson was basically...
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sirjeffrey donaldson�*s resignation comes at a criticaljuncture. earthquake go well beyond one man and one party. it creates a fissure at the heart of unionism at a time when some see it under increasing threat from those who want a united ireland. on a bank holiday easter weekend when politics was supposed to be on pause, sirjeffrey donaldson�*s party political days look firmly in the past. jennifer 0'leary, bbc news. our correspondent dan johnson has more. politicians here in northern ireland are saying business as usual. this is a shock, but they will try to carry on. they are determined that things won't be destabilised here because they've been so determined, they've been working so hard. they've put things in place to get northern ireland's government operating again in the last two months, after two years of political instability, disruption when things weren't working, so so much effort is being put on. people are saying they're determined that this won't wreck that, but there are serious risks. no doubt. no doubt, this is a huge blow. i me
sirjeffrey donaldson�*s resignation comes at a criticaljuncture. earthquake go well beyond one man and one party. it creates a fissure at the heart of unionism at a time when some see it under increasing threat from those who want a united ireland. on a bank holiday easter weekend when politics was supposed to be on pause, sirjeffrey donaldson�*s party political days look firmly in the past. jennifer 0'leary, bbc news. our correspondent dan johnson has more. politicians here in northern...
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so, he made seven— sirjeffrey donaldson. so, he made seven trips— sirjeffrey donaldson.n ireland to get that— seven trips to northern ireland to get that back up and running. the key thing — get that back up and running. the key thing for downing street now is what happens going forward. and the fact that _ what happens going forward. and the fact that they want the dup leadership to stay committed to that _ leadership to stay committed to that the — leadership to stay committed to that. the concern here is that any turbulence — that. the concern here is that any turbulence in northern ireland is a concern _ turbulence in northern ireland is a concern for— turbulence in northern ireland is a concern for london.— turbulence in northern ireland is a concern for london. damian and sara, thank ou concern for london. damian and sara, thank you both _ concern for london. damian and sara, thank you both very _ concern for london. damian and sara, thank you both very much. _ the metropolitan police says it is continuing its investigation into potential offences linked to the pos
so, he made seven— sirjeffrey donaldson. so, he made seven trips— sirjeffrey donaldson.n ireland to get that— seven trips to northern ireland to get that back up and running. the key thing — get that back up and running. the key thing for downing street now is what happens going forward. and the fact that _ what happens going forward. and the fact that they want the dup leadership to stay committed to that _ leadership to stay committed to that the — leadership to stay committed to...
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sirjeffrey donaldson�*s resignation comes at a criticaljuncture.ake go well beyond one man and one party. it creates a fissure at the heart of unionism at a time when some see it under increasing threat from those who want a united ireland. on a bank holiday easter weekend, when politics was supposed to be on pause, sirjeffrey donaldson�*s party political days look firmly in the past. jennifer 0'leary, bbc news. here, the former immigration minister robertjenrick has proposed that details of nationality, immigration and visa status should be recorded whenever a criminal is convicted. there is growing pressure on prime minister rishi sunak to cut net migration figures. mrjenrick, who resigned last year in protest at the prime minister's rwanda deportation plan, told bbc radio 4's today programme that the data would help to inform deportation and visa policies. well, i think the first thing is that the public should be aware of the trade—off with migration, and there is a prevailing orthodoxy that it is an unadulterated good. i don't think that is al
sirjeffrey donaldson�*s resignation comes at a criticaljuncture.ake go well beyond one man and one party. it creates a fissure at the heart of unionism at a time when some see it under increasing threat from those who want a united ireland. on a bank holiday easter weekend, when politics was supposed to be on pause, sirjeffrey donaldson�*s party political days look firmly in the past. jennifer 0'leary, bbc news. here, the former immigration minister robertjenrick has proposed that details...
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an mp, he is notan things, sirjeffrey donaldson is an mp, he is not an mla, things, sirjeffrey donaldsons, sirjeffrey donaldson is an mp, he is not an mla, so he's been an mpfor lagan mp, he is not an mla, so he's been an mp for lagan valley since 1997, is actually northern ireland's longest serving mp, so in terms of the practicalities that really shouldn't make a difference to what happens here at stormont, and even if we look at gavin robinson, he was the deputy leader of the dup, he is no interim leader, you read a statement earlier on, he is also an mp, so again, in practical terms, that shouldn't really affect things at stormont. it shouldn't affect the power—sharing institutions, but of course it will be discussed. we will also be aware these are now live legal proceedings, as the statement said from the dup, they're going to wait and see what happens during thatjudicial process. we know the 61—year—old man in 57—year—old woman will be in court next month based on these charges, but it will not be discussed here at stormont. after their easter break i would imagine that will be at
an mp, he is notan things, sirjeffrey donaldson is an mp, he is not an mla, things, sirjeffrey donaldsons, sirjeffrey donaldson is an mp, he is not an mla, so he's been an mpfor lagan mp, he is not an mla, so he's been an mp for lagan valley since 1997, is actually northern ireland's longest serving mp, so in terms of the practicalities that really shouldn't make a difference to what happens here at stormont, and even if we look at gavin robinson, he was the deputy leader of the dup, he is no...
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sirjeffrey donaldson is long known for his unyielding defence of the union. do in return for that, you throw me out of the forum to which i was elected by the people! his reputation was forged in opposition to the good friday agreement. i've got the framework document here. that's what we think of the framework document! jeffrey, how are you, lad? today is not his first political exit. with regret, i have resigned from the ulster unionist party. his defection to a rival party eventually led him to the leadership of the dup, but he now stands apart from the party he steered back into power—sharing. in a statement, first minister michelle o'neill said her priority is to continue to provide the leadership the public expect and deserve. northern ireland has form when it comes to political earthquakes, but today's development leaves a fissure in unionism at a time when some see it under increasing threat from those who want a united ireland. # happy and glorious...# for now, sirjeffrey donaldson's party political days look firmly in the past. jennifer o'leary, bel
sirjeffrey donaldson is long known for his unyielding defence of the union. do in return for that, you throw me out of the forum to which i was elected by the people! his reputation was forged in opposition to the good friday agreement. i've got the framework document here. that's what we think of the framework document! jeffrey, how are you, lad? today is not his first political exit. with regret, i have resigned from the ulster unionist party. his defection to a rival party eventually led him...
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sirjeffrey donaldson has been charged with rape other historical offences.resigned as leader of the dup. what now for unionist politics in northern ireland? also, americanjournalist evan gershkovich has been held in a tussian prison — accused of spying — also, americanjournalist evan gershkovich has been held in a russian prison — accused of spying — for exactly a year. we speak to his friends about how he's coping. politics in northern ireland have been thrown into turmoil with the news that the leader of the democratic unionist party sir jeffrey donaldson has resigned after being charged with rape and other historical sexual offences. he was arrested yesterday, along with a 57—year—old woman who has been charged with aiding and abetting in connection with the alleged offences. they will appear in court next month. sirjeffrey is northern ireland's longest serving mp at westminster and has been leader of the dup since 2021. jennifer o'leary reports. sirjeffrey donaldson, a leader whojust weeks ago returned his party to power—sharing at stormont. today, his p
sirjeffrey donaldson has been charged with rape other historical offences.resigned as leader of the dup. what now for unionist politics in northern ireland? also, americanjournalist evan gershkovich has been held in a tussian prison — accused of spying — also, americanjournalist evan gershkovich has been held in a russian prison — accused of spying — for exactly a year. we speak to his friends about how he's coping. politics in northern ireland have been thrown into turmoil with the...
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sirjeffrey donaldson's resignation comes at a criticaljuncture.art of unionism at a time when some see it under increasing threat from those who want a united ireland. on a bank holiday easter weekend when politics was supposed to be on pause, sirjeffrey donaldson's party political days look firmly in the past. jennifer 0'leary, bbc news. we can cross live to belfast and our correspondent there dan johnson. it's hard to overstate the shock felt in northern ireland over this news? , :, , felt in northern ireland over this news? , ., ., , news? this was a bolt from the blue that took everyone _ news? this was a bolt from the blue that took everyone by _ news? this was a bolt from the blue that took everyone by total - that took everyone by total surprise. no one was expecting sir jeffrey donaldson such as sudden and shocking political downfall. people are still trying to process what has happened to him, the serious nature of the charges he faces, even though he says he will strenuously contest those charges. the court process will not have to play
sirjeffrey donaldson's resignation comes at a criticaljuncture.art of unionism at a time when some see it under increasing threat from those who want a united ireland. on a bank holiday easter weekend when politics was supposed to be on pause, sirjeffrey donaldson's party political days look firmly in the past. jennifer 0'leary, bbc news. we can cross live to belfast and our correspondent there dan johnson. it's hard to overstate the shock felt in northern ireland over this news? , :, , felt in...
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what is going to mean for sirjeffrey donaldson personally and what it's going to mean for his party,zon, sirjeffrey donaldson of course northern ireland's longest—serving mp, big? whether he was going to stand again in westminster, that now might appear to be unlikely and that could change the whole arithmetic when it comes to representation in northern ireland but i think the key concern is what it's going to mean for the power—sharing institutions? they've been starved of government here for the best part of two years, public services have suffered during that time and there's a real concern now that the focus might not be where it needs to be on trying to meet the many challenges northern ireland faces, instead be faced in other directions as the difficulties within the dup start to re—emerge. and that is exactly why i suspect the first minister chose the words she used earlier in the day, we've been seeing as you've been talking a whole variety over the decades of pictures ofjeffrey donaldson pictures of jeffrey donaldson because pictures ofjeffrey donaldson because it's been qui
what is going to mean for sirjeffrey donaldson personally and what it's going to mean for his party,zon, sirjeffrey donaldson of course northern ireland's longest—serving mp, big? whether he was going to stand again in westminster, that now might appear to be unlikely and that could change the whole arithmetic when it comes to representation in northern ireland but i think the key concern is what it's going to mean for the power—sharing institutions? they've been starved of government here...
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who comes next after sirjeffrey donaldson to lead this party in the longer term?ll the change of emphasis in the party have an impact on power—sharing here or on the wider cause of unionism in future? now it's time for a look at today's sport. hello from the bbc sport centre. we've had our first result from the day's eight premier league matches. newcastle united came from 3—1 down against west ham to win 4—3 at st james�* park. harvey barnes was their matchwinner, coming off the bench midway through the second half and scoring in the 83rd and 90th minutes. alexander isak also scored two penalties, including newcastle's early opener. goals from antonio, kudus and bowen looked to have put the hammers in control before that late double from barnes. we were getting hits today left, right and centre, at 1—0 up, looked comfortable. a player gets sent off, some players go off, but the players we brought on made a positive impact for hours. that is the beauty of this squad. small margins, a couple of decisions at the _ small margins, a couple of decisions at the referee
who comes next after sirjeffrey donaldson to lead this party in the longer term?ll the change of emphasis in the party have an impact on power—sharing here or on the wider cause of unionism in future? now it's time for a look at today's sport. hello from the bbc sport centre. we've had our first result from the day's eight premier league matches. newcastle united came from 3—1 down against west ham to win 4—3 at st james�* park. harvey barnes was their matchwinner, coming off the bench...
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who comes next after sirjeffrey donaldson to lead this party in the longer term?n power—sharing here or on the wider cause of unionism in general. potentially groundbreaking research into sepsis suggests that artificial intelligence could help diagnose the infection faster and single out patients at the highest risk of severe complications. sepsis can be difficult to spot and causes around 50,000 deaths each year in the uk — but scientists in sweden say this new approach could save thousands of lives. let�*s speak to adam linder, associate professor at lund university who carried out the research. how big a problem sepsis is? can you repeat the question? how big a problem is sepsis? sepsis is a major public health problem, estimated to be around 50 million sepsis cases every year around the globe. in europe at least, 3.5 million cases. you can see that sepsis is as common as cancer, and as dangerous as acute myocardial infraction. what was your research about? what did you discover? 0ne did you discover? one of the issues with sepsis as it is very important to ide
who comes next after sirjeffrey donaldson to lead this party in the longer term?n power—sharing here or on the wider cause of unionism in general. potentially groundbreaking research into sepsis suggests that artificial intelligence could help diagnose the infection faster and single out patients at the highest risk of severe complications. sepsis can be difficult to spot and causes around 50,000 deaths each year in the uk — but scientists in sweden say this new approach could save...
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sirjeffrey donaldson was the central figure sirjeffrey donaldson was the centralfigure in sirjeffreyendless sirjeffrey donaldson was the centralfigure in the endless back and forth that eventually led to that momentjust a couple of months ago, you and i were there reporting on it, the restoration of power—sharing devolved government. at that time he was being showered with praise. he was being garnered as a brave act of statesmanship. now this. personalities, individuals, they always matter in politics and perhaps particularly so in northern ireland where things are rarely stronger than delicate, rarely more solid than fragile. you hear the pleas tonight from gavin robinson and from plenty of others that this mustn't be an agent of instability, what has happened in the last 2a hours or so. but by definition it is exactly that. as the dup contemplate its future with the general election just around the corner.— just around the corner. thanks, chris. just around the corner. thanks, chris- chris _ just around the corner. thanks, chris. chris mason _ just around the corner. thanks, chris
sirjeffrey donaldson was the central figure sirjeffrey donaldson was the centralfigure in sirjeffreyendless sirjeffrey donaldson was the centralfigure in the endless back and forth that eventually led to that momentjust a couple of months ago, you and i were there reporting on it, the restoration of power—sharing devolved government. at that time he was being showered with praise. he was being garnered as a brave act of statesmanship. now this. personalities, individuals, they always matter...
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sirjeffrey donaldson, one of the biggest figures in northern ireland politics of his generation. two months ago which led to the return of devolved government at stormont. this agreement is something we have worked hard to deliver for the people of northern ireland. in late january, the pride of a breakthrough — sirjeffrey commanding the stage, his power and influence obvious. but at 6:00am yesterday morning, he was arrested. by lunchtime today, a statement from his party... the man on the left here, gavin robinson, is the new interim leader. he was told what had happened in the middle of the night. i think it's been a devastating revelation and has caused tremendous shock, notjust for myself personally or my colleagues within the dup, but for the community right across northern ireland. it came as a great shock. this is a nightmare for the dup. it's a big test for the new power—sharing government, isn't it? well, i think the power—sharing government has not only has been recognised positively in the last couple of weeks since its restoration. i think you can see and hear over th
sirjeffrey donaldson, one of the biggest figures in northern ireland politics of his generation. two months ago which led to the return of devolved government at stormont. this agreement is something we have worked hard to deliver for the people of northern ireland. in late january, the pride of a breakthrough — sirjeffrey commanding the stage, his power and influence obvious. but at 6:00am yesterday morning, he was arrested. by lunchtime today, a statement from his party... the man on the...
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there's fresh political instability in northern ireland following the resignation of sirjeffrey donaldson, leader of the democratic unionist party. he has been charged with rape and other historical sexual offences and says he will strenuously contest the charges. counter—terrorism police in london are investigating the stabbing of pouria zeraati, a presenterfor a persian—language news channel. the broadcaster has been critical of the iranian authorities — and says mr zeraati was attacked by a group. and a treasure trove of never—before heard music from the late american singer marvin gaye has resurfaced in belgium. the discovery includes a huge collection of documents, notebooks, stage costumes and audio cassettes. you are watching bbc news. politics has been thrown into turmoil with the news that the leader of the democratic unionist party, sirjeffrey donaldson, has resigned after being charged with rape and other historical sexual offences. he was arrested on thursday along with a 57—year—old woman who's been charged with aiding and abetting in connection with the alleged offences. the
there's fresh political instability in northern ireland following the resignation of sirjeffrey donaldson, leader of the democratic unionist party. he has been charged with rape and other historical sexual offences and says he will strenuously contest the charges. counter—terrorism police in london are investigating the stabbing of pouria zeraati, a presenterfor a persian—language news channel. the broadcaster has been critical of the iranian authorities — and says mr zeraati was attacked...
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i talked to somebody who was talking to sirjeffrey donaldson earlier in the week.ven we have talked to people who have a very good sense of what has happened, there was no sense of this coming, and the fact that police arrived at sirjeffrey donaldson�*s house at six o'clock in the morning does suggest that they wanted an element of surprise.— element of surprise. everyone in shock and _ element of surprise. everyone in shock and try — element of surprise. everyone in shock and try to _ element of surprise. everyone in shock and try to come _ element of surprise. everyone in shock and try to come to - element of surprise. everyone in shock and try to come to terms i element of surprise. everyone in i shock and try to come to terms with it. there is an interim leader who has been appointed. how is gavin robinson going to manage to deal with a party which was not particularly all united in backing the deal that then restored stormont? it is fair to say that unionism has beenin it is fair to say that unionism has been in serious confusion for quite a few years. there a
i talked to somebody who was talking to sirjeffrey donaldson earlier in the week.ven we have talked to people who have a very good sense of what has happened, there was no sense of this coming, and the fact that police arrived at sirjeffrey donaldson�*s house at six o'clock in the morning does suggest that they wanted an element of surprise.— element of surprise. everyone in shock and _ element of surprise. everyone in shock and try — element of surprise. everyone in shock and try to _...
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sirjeffrey donaldson is a highly respected figure. actually gone to trial and been acquitted, everyone is innocent until proven otherwise. but it is a blow for northern ireland, he was a very diplomatic figure, and it is an immense blow for unionism. i suppose you could say unionism is in something of the turmoil that the conservative party is in. it has challenges from reform uk, it has liberals within it, it is facing a very difficult election. but these darkest moments for parties, the conservative party went there in 1997, are followed by much better moments, often followed by much better moments, so yes, it is a blow for unionism. this year, easter coincides with ramadan — and both are taking place under the shadow of the israel—gaza war. this was the scene on good friday injerusalem — with fewer pilgrims walking the route through the walled old city that christians believe jesus took to his crucifixion. the reverend dr munther isaac is the pastor of the evangelical lutheran christmas church in bethlehem. he told me how different
sirjeffrey donaldson is a highly respected figure. actually gone to trial and been acquitted, everyone is innocent until proven otherwise. but it is a blow for northern ireland, he was a very diplomatic figure, and it is an immense blow for unionism. i suppose you could say unionism is in something of the turmoil that the conservative party is in. it has challenges from reform uk, it has liberals within it, it is facing a very difficult election. but these darkest moments for parties, the...
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sirjeffrey donaldson is long known for his unyielding defence of the union.o in return for that? you throw me out of the forum to which i was elected by the people! his reputation was forged in opposition to the good friday agreement. i've got the framework document here. that's what we think of the framework document! jeffrey, how are you, lad? today is not his first political exit. with regret, i have resigned from the ulster unionist party. his defection to a rival party eventually led him to the leadership of the dup, but he now stands apart from the party he steered back into power—sharing. in a statement, first minister michelle o'neill said her priority is to continue to provide the leadership the public expect and deserve. northern ireland has form when it comes to political earthquakes, but today's development leaves a fissure in unionism at a time when some see it under increasing threat from those who want a united ireland. # happy and glorious... # for now, sirjeffrey donaldson�*s party political days look firmly in the past. jennifer o'leary, bel
sirjeffrey donaldson is long known for his unyielding defence of the union.o in return for that? you throw me out of the forum to which i was elected by the people! his reputation was forged in opposition to the good friday agreement. i've got the framework document here. that's what we think of the framework document! jeffrey, how are you, lad? today is not his first political exit. with regret, i have resigned from the ulster unionist party. his defection to a rival party eventually led him...
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i will come back to the | current politics in a moment, but just a question about sirjeffrey donaldsonigure in unionism. he was there in the ulster unionists with david trimble three decades or so ago. he left the party. we have images come of that famous clip that we are going to put on the screen nap of him ripping up the framework document in terms of his objections. he then goes and joins the dup and becomes leader of that party and his politicaljourney ends with him being the person that actually gets power—sharing back up and running. it was an extraordinary journey politically. it and running. it was an extraordinary journey politically.— journey politically. it certainly is. he journey politically. it certainly is- he has _ journey politically. it certainly is. he has been _ journey politically. it certainly is. he has been a _ journey politically. it certainly is. he has been a career- journey politically. it certainly - is. he has been a career politician. his political— is. he has been a career politician. his political work goes right way back to — his political work goes r
i will come back to the | current politics in a moment, but just a question about sirjeffrey donaldsonigure in unionism. he was there in the ulster unionists with david trimble three decades or so ago. he left the party. we have images come of that famous clip that we are going to put on the screen nap of him ripping up the framework document in terms of his objections. he then goes and joins the dup and becomes leader of that party and his politicaljourney ends with him being the person that...
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the bbc understands that sirjeffrey donaldson has been charged with rape and multiple other sexual offences for almost a0—years, has had his membership
the bbc understands that sirjeffrey donaldson has been charged with rape and multiple other sexual offences for almost a0—years, has had his membership
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bbc news now understands that sirjeffrey donaldson has been charged with rape and multiple other sexualces. the police investigation is understood to have started within the last number of months, after two women came forward. sirjeffrey�*s resignation letter to the dup states he will be strenuously contesting the charges. the dup says mr donaldson, who has been in politics for almost a0 years, has had his membership suspended pending the outcome of a judicial process. let's speak to our ireland correspondent, sara girvin. bring is up—to—date with these developments. figs bring is up-to-date with these developments.— bring is up-to-date with these developments. as you say, more details, developments. as you say, more details. more — developments. as you say, more details, more information - developments. as you say, more | details, more information starting to trickle through after what has been shock breaking news that sir jeffrey donaldson has stepped down with immediate effect as the leader of the democratic unionist party following charges with what the police describe as non—recent
bbc news now understands that sirjeffrey donaldson has been charged with rape and multiple other sexualces. the police investigation is understood to have started within the last number of months, after two women came forward. sirjeffrey�*s resignation letter to the dup states he will be strenuously contesting the charges. the dup says mr donaldson, who has been in politics for almost a0 years, has had his membership suspended pending the outcome of a judicial process. let's speak to our...
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sirjeffrey donaldson stood down from his position from the democratic unionists after being accused offences. he says he'll strenuously contest the charges. for the latest developments, i spoke to our ireland reporter, jennifer 0'leary, who is in belfast. there's a number of developments today concerning, as you rightly described, a significant story in northern ireland. let me bring you first of all a statement from the police service of northern ireland, issued earlier today, where they warned social media users against speculation about the story, adding that victims of such crimes are entitled to complete anonymity by law unless they choose to waive that themselves. the police added in their statement that those who breach that anonymity online or in media will face investigation. it is unusual here for the police to issue such a warning, and it is an indication of a political story. there are also legal implications that have to be respected. but there were also political developments in this story today. the deputy first minister emma little—pengelly, she herself is a dup represe
sirjeffrey donaldson stood down from his position from the democratic unionists after being accused offences. he says he'll strenuously contest the charges. for the latest developments, i spoke to our ireland reporter, jennifer 0'leary, who is in belfast. there's a number of developments today concerning, as you rightly described, a significant story in northern ireland. let me bring you first of all a statement from the police service of northern ireland, issued earlier today, where they...
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sirjeffrey donaldson has been charged with rape and other historical sexual offences. he says that he will strenuously contest the charges. counter—terrorism police in london are investigating the stabbing of pouria zeraati — a presenterfor a persian—language news channel. the broadcaster has been critical of the iranian authorities — and says mr zeraati was attacked by a group. and previously unheard recordings of the soul singer marvin gaye — who died a0 years ago — have reportedly been found in belgium. the discovery includes a huge collection of documents, notebooks, stage costumes and audio cassettes. more now on the war between israel and gaza, which is overshadowing both ramadan and easter. on good friday, fewer christian pilgrims walked the path throutherusalem's walled old city that they believe christ took to his crucifixion. from there, our international editor jeremy bowen reports. injerusalem, where tension — and worse — are normal, there is always the consolation of religion. this ramadan, many of those ending a day of prayer at the aqsa mosque were pales
sirjeffrey donaldson has been charged with rape and other historical sexual offences. he says that he will strenuously contest the charges. counter—terrorism police in london are investigating the stabbing of pouria zeraati — a presenterfor a persian—language news channel. the broadcaster has been critical of the iranian authorities — and says mr zeraati was attacked by a group. and previously unheard recordings of the soul singer marvin gaye — who died a0 years ago — have...
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sirjeffrey donaldson, leader of northern ireland's democratic unionist party resigns.on investigate the stabbing of pouria zeraati, a presenterfor a london—based persian—language television news channel critical of the iranian authorities. and pop star 0lly alexander, who will represent the uk at this year's eurovision song contest, has rejected calls to boycott the competition in protest against israel's inclusion. hello. i'm rich preston. welcome to the programme. it's good to have your company. politics in northern ireland have been thrown into turmoil following the news that the leader of the democratic unionist party, sirjeffrey donaldson, has resigned after being charged with rape and other historical sexual offences.
sirjeffrey donaldson, leader of northern ireland's democratic unionist party resigns.on investigate the stabbing of pouria zeraati, a presenterfor a london—based persian—language television news channel critical of the iranian authorities. and pop star 0lly alexander, who will represent the uk at this year's eurovision song contest, has rejected calls to boycott the competition in protest against israel's inclusion. hello. i'm rich preston. welcome to the programme. it's good to have your...
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sirjeffrey donaldson's resignation comes at a criticaljuncture.bbc news, belfast. let's speak to our correspondent danjohnson, who is in belfast this morning. dan, the interim dup leader has urged his party to "focus on the importance of making northern ireland work", but this will have political ramifications won't it? good morning. indeed it will. it is hard to underestimate the level of shock that this caused yesterday. these sudden downfall of such a towering figure in unionism in northern ireland politics and in westminster politics as well. jeffrey donaldson had been an mp for 25 years and was fundamental in getting power—sharing reestablished here in the last few months after a two year hiatus. he has been an important figure in negotiations with the government at westminster as well. so his downfall, his removal from the scene facing such serious charges really has stunned people but then there is the ramifications. what does this mean for the future? in a sense it does not matter now whether back but donaldson is found guilty a lot of the
sirjeffrey donaldson's resignation comes at a criticaljuncture.bbc news, belfast. let's speak to our correspondent danjohnson, who is in belfast this morning. dan, the interim dup leader has urged his party to "focus on the importance of making northern ireland work", but this will have political ramifications won't it? good morning. indeed it will. it is hard to underestimate the level of shock that this caused yesterday. these sudden downfall of such a towering figure in unionism in...
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sirjeffrey donaldson has been charged with rape and other historical sexual offences. he says he will strenuously contest the charges. counter—terrorism police in london are investigating the stabbing of pouria zeraati, a presenterfor a persian—language news channel. the broadcaster has been critical of the iranian authorities — and says mr zeraati was attacked by a group. and a treasure trove of never—before heard music from the late american singer marvin gaye has resurfaced in belgium. the discovery includes a huge collection of documents, notebooks, stage costumes and audio cassettes. now on bbc news, click from the consumer electronic show in las vegas. big hotels and big entertainment. and everyjanuary, it's also home to big tech because this is where ces happens, the consumer electronics show. now, it takes place across the city in hotels like this and also in the massive las vegas convention center. this is where we get a taste of the tech trends to come for the new year. and over the years, we have seen it all here — autonomous cars going up and down the strip
sirjeffrey donaldson has been charged with rape and other historical sexual offences. he says he will strenuously contest the charges. counter—terrorism police in london are investigating the stabbing of pouria zeraati, a presenterfor a persian—language news channel. the broadcaster has been critical of the iranian authorities — and says mr zeraati was attacked by a group. and a treasure trove of never—before heard music from the late american singer marvin gaye has resurfaced in...
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donaldson, the leader of the democratic unionist party, that is the biggest unionist party in northern
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sirjeffrey donaldson has been charged with rape other historical offences.has been held in a tussian prison — accused of spying — also, americanjournalist evan gershkovich has been held
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sirjeffrey - us through it. yeah, it's really - remarkable. sirjeffrey donaldson remarkable.ne of the best—known faces in politics here in northern ireland, he has been for decades. he's been the leader of the dup since 2021, he's been the mp for the lagan valley area since 1997, he is northern ireland's longest serving mp. it has been a tumultuous few years for the democratic unionist party, there is no doubt about that, and it was under sirjeffrey�*s leadership that they walked away from the power—sharing institutions here at stormont. that was over the northern ireland protocol which then became the windsor framework, the special trading arrangements post—brexit, and just a few months ago he led the dup back into the power—sharing institutions here at stormont for the first time sinn fein with the biggest party here in northern ireland, they took a first minister position in the shape of michelle 0'neill, the dup's emma little—pengelly became the deputy first minister, the first time in that role, and things were going very well, the relationships were good between the par
sirjeffrey - us through it. yeah, it's really - remarkable. sirjeffrey donaldson remarkable.ne of the best—known faces in politics here in northern ireland, he has been for decades. he's been the leader of the dup since 2021, he's been the mp for the lagan valley area since 1997, he is northern ireland's longest serving mp. it has been a tumultuous few years for the democratic unionist party, there is no doubt about that, and it was under sirjeffrey�*s leadership that they walked away from...
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for now, sirjeffrey donaldson�*s party political deysel family in the past.bc news, belfast. seven regions of ukraine are experiencing emergency blackouts after a wave of russian missile strikes. russia launched nearly a hundred drones and missiles across the border on thursday night — the second large scale attack in a week — hitting power plants in central and western ukraine. president volodymyr zelensky says russia is deliberately targeting energy systems. the white house has called the attacks "a terrible reminder of vladimir putin's efforts to break the spirit of the ukrainian people". ukraine is facing shortages of ammunition and air defences. meanwhile poland's prime minister, donald tusk, has warned europe is in a "pre—war era" and says ukraine must not be defeated by russia, saying war is "no longer a concept from the past", adding, "it's real and it started over two years ago." the persian—language news broadcaster iran international says one of its presenters, pouria zeraati, has been attacked by unidentified men outside his home in london. the lo
for now, sirjeffrey donaldson�*s party political deysel family in the past.bc news, belfast. seven regions of ukraine are experiencing emergency blackouts after a wave of russian missile strikes. russia launched nearly a hundred drones and missiles across the border on thursday night — the second large scale attack in a week — hitting power plants in central and western ukraine. president volodymyr zelensky says russia is deliberately targeting energy systems. the white house has called...
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tonight at ten — sirjeffrey donaldson is charged with rape and other historical sexual offences — and, people on the lowest incomes will no longer have to pay the £90 it takes to clear their debts. from welsh rugby to the us super bowl winners — louis rees—zammit signs for the kansas city chiefs. and how mammals are adapting to the changing world and climate around them. good evening. there's been widespread shock after the news that the leader of the democratic unionist party, sirjeffrey donaldson, has resigned after being charged with rape and other historical sexual offences.
tonight at ten — sirjeffrey donaldson is charged with rape and other historical sexual offences — and, people on the lowest incomes will no longer have to pay the £90 it takes to clear their debts. from welsh rugby to the us super bowl winners — louis rees—zammit signs for the kansas city chiefs. and how mammals are adapting to the changing world and climate around them. good evening. there's been widespread shock after the news that the leader of the democratic unionist party,...
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sirjeffrey donaldson, the leader of the democratic unionist party, resigns after being charged with rapesky warns that a new russian military offensive may come in the next few months. an uneasy calm injerusalem over easter and ramadan while conditions remain desperate in gaza. in the past hour, president biden announces he will travel to baltimore at the bridge collapsed recovery effort continues. also coming up on the world today — the world of mammals — the latest david attenborough series looks at how many species are adapting to climate change. the 0scar—winning 0ppenheimer is finally screened in japan, the only country to suffer an atomic bombing in war.
sirjeffrey donaldson, the leader of the democratic unionist party, resigns after being charged with rapesky warns that a new russian military offensive may come in the next few months. an uneasy calm injerusalem over easter and ramadan while conditions remain desperate in gaza. in the past hour, president biden announces he will travel to baltimore at the bridge collapsed recovery effort continues. also coming up on the world today — the world of mammals — the latest david attenborough...
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donaldson.rape and other historical sexual offences. he says he will be strenuously contesting the charges. the police investigation is understood to have started after two women came forward with allegations. for the latest developments, here's our ireland correspondent, sara girvin. a stern statement from the police service of northern ireland directed at those it said are speculating about this case online. and a warning too that anyone publishing information on social media, online, that could lead to the identification of any alleged victim in this case, they could find themselves under police investigation. there has been more political reaction trickling out today too, we heard from the first minister of northern ireland, sinn fein�*s michelle 0'neill, who said political stability in stormont is her priority. a lot of concern that yesterday's news might affect this place. political institutions and power—sharing in northern ireland can be quite delicate at the best of times. we have heard
donaldson.rape and other historical sexual offences. he says he will be strenuously contesting the charges. the police investigation is understood to have started after two women came forward with allegations. for the latest developments, here's our ireland correspondent, sara girvin. a stern statement from the police service of northern ireland directed at those it said are speculating about this case online. and a warning too that anyone publishing information on social media, online, that...
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the bbc understands that sirjeffrey donaldson has been charged with rape and multiple other sexual offences. the police investigation is understood to have started within the last number of months, after two women came forward. sirjeffrey�*s resignation letter to the dup states he will be strenuously contesting the charges. the dup says mr donaldson, who has been in politics for almost ao—years, has had his membership suspended pending the outcome of a judicial process. let's speak to mick leary, who's the editor at slugger o'toole — a web blog on northern irish and british politics that has been running for more than 20 years. let me ask you first of all when did you first hear whispers or wind of all of this?— you first hear whispers or wind of all of this? ., , , ., ., ., all of this? probably not long after 7am this morning _ all of this? probably not long after 7am this morning when _ all of this? probably not long after 7am this morning when rumours . 7am this morning when rumours started to pass around the numerous networks of journalists and other commentators. the information was f
the bbc understands that sirjeffrey donaldson has been charged with rape and multiple other sexual offences. the police investigation is understood to have started within the last number of months, after two women came forward. sirjeffrey�*s resignation letter to the dup states he will be strenuously contesting the charges. the dup says mr donaldson, who has been in politics for almost ao—years, has had his membership suspended pending the outcome of a judicial process. let's speak to mick...
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donaldson, after allegations of rape and historical sex offences. ministry of defence says more than 20 tonnes of essential aid has been delivered this week. a major teaching union says staff are facing what it calls �*dystopian levels�* of work—related stress. in sport, it's official. former wales rugby star louis rees—zammit has signed for the back—to—back super bowl champions, the kansas city chiefs. and there will be fewer showers and a little _ and there will be fewer showers and a little more — and there will be fewer showers and a little more sunshine _ and there will be fewer showers and a little more sunshine and _ and there will be fewer showers and a little more sunshine and it- and there will be fewer showers and a little more sunshine and it shouldl a little more sunshine and it should feel a _ a little more sunshine and it should feel a touch — a little more sunshine and it should feel a touch warmer. _ a little more sunshine and it should feel a touch warmer. i— a little more sunshine and it should feel a touch warmer. i will- a littl
donaldson, after allegations of rape and historical sex offences. ministry of defence says more than 20 tonnes of essential aid has been delivered this week. a major teaching union says staff are facing what it calls �*dystopian levels�* of work—related stress. in sport, it's official. former wales rugby star louis rees—zammit has signed for the back—to—back super bowl champions, the kansas city chiefs. and there will be fewer showers and a little _ and there will be fewer showers...
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donaldson. he says he will strenuously contest charges of rape and other historical sexual offences. counter—terrorism police in london are investigating the stabbing of pouria zeraati, a presenterfor a persian—language news channel. the broadcaster has been critical of the iranian authorities — and says mr zeraati was attacked by a group. and a treasure trove of never—before heard music from the late american singer marvin gaye has resurfaced in belgium. the discovery includes a huge collection of documents, notebooks, stage costumes and audio cassettes. now on bbc news, the travel show. coming up on this week's show... it looks like a flotation device. it does! you could probably get into that. here we go. bon appetit. skibbereen! thank you so much. so, i can taste the kind of familiarity, and then i'm waiting for the alcohol, but it hasn't arrived. it's like wine light. now, one thing that gets most of us excited when planning a trip is the chance to tuck into tasty, authentic dishes from oth
donaldson. he says he will strenuously contest charges of rape and other historical sexual offences. counter—terrorism police in london are investigating the stabbing of pouria zeraati, a presenterfor a persian—language news channel. the broadcaster has been critical of the iranian authorities — and says mr zeraati was attacked by a group. and a treasure trove of never—before heard music from the late american singer marvin gaye has resurfaced in belgium. the discovery includes a huge...
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donaldson.ys he will be strenuously contesting the charges. the police investigation is understood to have started after two women came forward with allegations. police have raided the home of peru's president, dina boluarte. video of officers smashing their way into her house was shared on social media. the raid is part of a corruption inquiry dubbed �*rolexgate'. the police were searching for more than a dozen rolex watches that the president allegedly failed to declare. the investigation began after a news report drew attention to luxury watches she wore at public events, dating from when she took office in december 2022. pope francis has presided over a two—hour easter vigil at the vatican, a day after pulling out of a good friday ceremony at short notice. the pope, who is 87, and has suffered from respiratory problems, read a lengthy homily. on sunday, pope francis is due to take part in mass in st peter's square and deliver his �*urbi et 0rbi' blessing. us pop star lizzo says she's �*quitt
donaldson.ys he will be strenuously contesting the charges. the police investigation is understood to have started after two women came forward with allegations. police have raided the home of peru's president, dina boluarte. video of officers smashing their way into her house was shared on social media. the raid is part of a corruption inquiry dubbed �*rolexgate'. the police were searching for more than a dozen rolex watches that the president allegedly failed to declare. the investigation...
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donaldson — on charges of rape and historical sex offences — which he denies.im leader of the dup says the news was devastating. hello and welcome to sportsday. there's a barnes stormer at stjames. harvey's the hero for newcastle as they beat west ham. scotland make a fight of it in the women's six nations, pushing france all the way in edinburgh. and the light blues lead the way, but they have to forgo a famous boat race tradition. the premier league is back with a bang, the top three might all be playing tomorrow but we've had some great games today, seven results so far and so many late goals, there were a couple at st james�* park as newcastle united came from 3—1 down to beat west ham 4—3. craig templeton reports. st james�*s park hosted the return of premier league football after a two—week post for the international break. it would prove worth the wait. anthony gordon made his england debut in that time, and was lively early on, drawing a challenge from vladimir coufal. just two minutes in, a penalty. alexander isak kept his cool from the spot. his 17th
donaldson — on charges of rape and historical sex offences — which he denies.im leader of the dup says the news was devastating. hello and welcome to sportsday. there's a barnes stormer at stjames. harvey's the hero for newcastle as they beat west ham. scotland make a fight of it in the women's six nations, pushing france all the way in edinburgh. and the light blues lead the way, but they have to forgo a famous boat race tradition. the premier league is back with a bang, the top three...