Sir Jeffrey's wife, Lady Eleanor Donaldson, also appeared in court to face charges in relation to the same police investigation.
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has been released on continuing bail after he appeared at court to face a number of historical sex charges, including one count of rape.
During a brief hearing at Newry Magistrates' Court, the charges were read to the Lagan Valley MP and his wife as they stood in the dock.
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