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Judgement later this month in Gilroy contempt claim

Summary

The High Court will give judgment later this month on a contempt of court claim against political activist Ben Gilroy, founder of Direct Democracy Ireland, following a protest at a 120‑acre stud farm in Kildare in August. Mr Gilroy challenges allegations that he was in contempt of court orders that restricted interference with the receivership of the farm, arguing the action was politically motivated and that witnesses had lied. He claims he was invited onto the property by Charles Allen of the Rodolphus Allen private trust and was merely an observer, not an organizer. The receivers, represented by Michael Howard SC, maintain that Mr Gilroy knowingly breached the orders and that the necessary elements for contempt have been proven. Mr Gilroy also requests the matter be referred to the Director of Public Prosecutions. The judge has reserved his decision and will rule after the Easter vacation on April 29th.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Judgement later this month in Gilroy contempt claim. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

• April 29th Hearing Or Sentence
• August 28 Other
• August 28th Other
• 2014-04-10 Publication

Why: This he said was because he had helped others in dispute with parties represented by the solicitors. CNI source report

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