Ronan Corey challenges army recruitment vetting in High Court

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Ronan Corey brought a High Court challenge to his exclusion from Permanent Defence Forces recruitment on security-vetting grounds on 20 February 2023. The proceedings were reported on 20 February 2023.

Corey says he was given no adequate reasons for the decision and fears his biological father's convictions may have influenced it. He says he has no convictions or links to subversive or criminal organisations, and that treating him as responsible for his father's political views would be unfair. His counsel, Gerard Humphreys SC, said written requests for reasons had received no response.

The case came before Mr Justice Charles Meenan, who wanted to hear from both sides before deciding whether to grant permission for the challenge. The High Court adjourned the matter to a date in March.