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Man will alleged Islamic terrorism links opposes deportation order
Summary
A man with alleged links to Islamic terrorism has challenged the State's deportation order in the High Court. He argues that returning him to his native country would expose him to inhuman and degrading treatment, including torture, because of his political views. The challenge is based on the Irish Refugee Appeals Tribunal's finding that he would face serious harm if returned, yet the Minister excluded him from subsidiary protection due to past convictions. The Minister, represented by Remy Farrell SC and Sinead McGrath BL, denies the man's claims and maintains that the deportation order is lawful. The man, aged in his early 50s, has previously served time in prison for terrorism‑related offences in another jurisdiction and asserts that he and his brothers were tortured for their political views. The hearing has been adjourned to a date next month.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Man will alleged Islamic terrorism links opposes deportation order. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- 2016-10-26 Publication
Why: This is because the Irish Refugee Appeals Tribunal, which considered the man's application for subsidiary protection, found that he would be at risk of serious harm in the form of torture or inhuman and degrading treatment or punishment if returned to his native country. CNI source report
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- High Court
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