Jeffrey Donaldson, 61, has pleaded not guilty to 18 charges including rape and indecent assault, which triggered his resignation from the DUP earlier this year.
The couple's legal proceedings began with their arrest at home on 28 March 2024, leading to Donaldson's significant political fallout, resigning from the DUP and Lagan Valley MP.
Judge Ramsey announced a trial date for 24 March next year, expressing the need for another review hearing on 25 October, while emphasizing the absence of defendants during this review.
Donaldson's recent political position was notably impacted after he accepted a Downing Street agreement on post-Brexit trade and re-engaged with Stormont following a long boycott.
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