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Donaldson to give up knighthood and seat on Privy Council

Donaldson to give up knighthood and seat on Privy Council

Summary

Jeffrey Donaldson, a former DUP leader, has been convicted of multiple child sex abuse charges. Following his conviction, he has asked to give up his knighthood and resign from the Privy Council.

Key Facts

  • Jeffrey Donaldson was previously a leader of the DUP political party.
  • He was found guilty of 18 counts of sexual abuse, including rape.
  • The crimes involved two women who were children at the time.
  • Donaldson asked to renounce (give up) his knighthood.
  • He also resigned from the Privy Council immediately.
  • These actions were confirmed by his lawyer John McBurney.
  • The letters requesting these changes were sent to the Cabinet Office and Privy Council Office.
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