“Assault case against MP Jim Shannon ongoing for three years, court hears”

Key points

• An assault case against DUP MP Jim Shannon has lasted three years at a court hearing.
• The Strangford MP is accused of assaulting a woman on October 1, 2023.
• Shannon did not attend the latest Newtownards Magistrates’ Court hearing.
• Prosecutors request further materials from police and three weeks for receipt.
• The case will be mentioned again on September 29 for a progress check.