Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson who was convicted at Newry Crown Court last month of 18 sex offences, including one count of rape, relating to the abuse of two women when they were children, will appeal against his conviction, his solicitor has confirmed.Solicitor John McBurney said papers have been lodged for an appeal.“I can confirm, having lodged this afternoon on behalf of Jeffrey Donaldson appeal papers with the relevant office for the court of appeal,” he said. – PAMore to follow ...