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EU Courts asked to decide on questions raised by extradition of alleged IRA man
Summary
The EU Courts have been asked to decide whether the human rights of Seán Walsh, a 57‑year‑old alleged IRA member wanted in the UK for directing terrorism, would be violated by changes to sentencing law introduced in Northern Ireland three years ago. Walsh faces four charges – membership of the IRA, directing terrorist activities, conspiracy to direct terrorist activities and preparing to commit acts of terrorism – each carrying a maximum life sentence. He denies the allegations. The offences are alleged to have been committed in July 2020 in Omagh, Co. Tyrone. The High Court in Ireland ordered his surrender to UK authorities in October 2022, and he was granted leave to appeal. Walsh's lawyers argued that the new UK law would impose a heavier penalty than that applicable at the time of the alleged offence.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: EU Courts asked to decide on questions raised by extradition of alleged IRA man. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- July 2020 Hearing Or Sentence
- October 2022 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2024-10-22 Publication
Places mentioned
- High Court
- Supreme Court
- Mr Walsh's Supreme Court
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