Michael Smith settles defamation action in High Court

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Michael Smith settled a defamation action in the High Court on 19 March 2019, with the case to be struck out. The proceedings concerned a Tipperary Star article about fundraising for the Curreeney Hedge School project.

Iconic Newspapers acknowledged that Mr Smith made efforts and representations to secure funding for the project. The publisher also expressed regret for any distress or embarrassment caused to Mr Smith and his family and agreed to donate to a charity nominated by him.