DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson quits after being charged with rape and other sex offences

POLITICAL power­broker Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has been charged with rape and other sexual offences. The 61-year-old quit as leader of the Democratic Unionist Party as it emerged he was due in court on April 24. The new interim leader of the DUP Gavin Robinson has described charges of historical sex offences against Sir Jeffrey Donaldson as a “devastating revelation” for the party. Read more: The Sun delivers breaking news, latest gossip and incredible exclusives around the world with hubs in London, New York, Scotland and Ireland. Covering topics from news, money and sport along with our famous Fabulous Magazine, The Sun is the biggest news brand in the UK and one of the fastest growing news sites in the US. Stay tuned for video clips across the biggest news stories and segments from The Sun’s expert journalists. Become a Sun Subscriber and hit the bell to be the first