Northern Ireland DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson resigns after police charges
DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson resigns following charges of sexual offences.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
The leader of the Democratic Unionist Party in Northern Ireland, Jeffrey Donaldson, has resigned following charges related to “non-recent sexual offences”. The party has suspended him pending the legal process and appointed a temporary leader. Donaldson’s resignation has caused a stir in the DUP as they navigate their relationship with the UK. His abrupt departure comes after brokering a deal with the UK government and during a crucial time for the party as they prepare for upcoming elections. Donaldson, a prominent figure in British politics, faces legal proceedings and his resignation has shifted the focus onto the criminal justice system.