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DUP MP Jim Shannon to face court over alleged assault of woman

DUP MP Jim Shannon to face court over alleged assault of woman

DUP MP Jim Shannon is to face criminal proceedings over an alleged assault dating to October 1, 2023. The case was mentioned at Newtownards Magistrates’ Court and adjourned to September 1; Shannon did not attend, and party leader Gavin Robinson said the DUP became aware of the issue over two years ago.

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DUP MP Jim Shannon to face criminal proceedings over alleged assault of woman