Skydive Ireland wins leave to challenge skydiving order

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Skydive Ireland Ltd was granted High Court leave to challenge a skydiving enforcement order, reported on 18 July 2017. Kilkenny County Council had directed the company to stop sponsored skydiving at its Kilkenny Aerodrome airfield, alleging a breach of planning law.

The company and director David Byrnes disputed the council’s position and sought orders setting aside the notice. The stay application was adjourned to the following week, while the challenge was listed for October.