Donegal County Council v Quinn - Supreme Court Costs Ruling

The Supreme Court of Ireland has issued a costs ruling in the case of Donegal County Council v Quinn. This ruling follows a previous judgment clarifying the process for issuing summonses in planning enforcement cases, specifically that a firm of solicitors may apply to issue a summons on behalf of an authorized prosecutor.

BD & Ors v International Protection Appeals Tribunal - Costs Ruling

The Supreme Court of Ireland issued a ruling on costs in the case of BD & Ors v International Protection Appeals Tribunal. The court determined that the respondents were entitled to costs only up to the date of an open offer made by the State parties, reversing a previous Court of Appeal decision.

Supreme Court of Ireland: E v International Protection Appeals Tribunal

The Supreme Court of Ireland heard appeals concerning decisions on international protection applications. The court is considering whether to remit the proceedings to the Court of Appeal or hear the appeals directly. The cases involve challenges to decisions made by the International Protection Appeals Tribunal and the Minister for Justice regarding inadmissibility and return orders.

Supreme Court of Ireland: Crowley v Sheehan - Landlord and Tenant Ground Rents

The Supreme Court of Ireland issued a ruling on the costs of an appeal concerning the interpretation of the Landlord and Tenant (Ground Rents) Acts. The case involved a sub-lessee's right to purchase the fee simple, with the court addressing a significant shift in arguments presented by the parties during the appeal process.

ACE Autobody v Motorpark Ltd - Contract Formation Dispute

The Supreme Court of Ireland heard an appeal concerning contract formation, part performance, and equitable estoppel in a commercial lease dispute between ACE Autobody Limited and Motorpark Limited. The case reviews decisions from the High Court and Court of Appeal regarding a 10-year lease agreement for a vehicle repair facility.

Oklahoma Bills Strengthen Sexual Assault Reporting and Student Protections

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond announced the passage of Senate Bills 1730 and 1733, which enhance sexual assault reporting requirements and student protections. SB 1730 mandates law enforcement to forward sex offender registration-related complaints to the OSBI within one month, and SB 1733 requires school employees to report suspected student abuse to law enforcement within 24 hours.

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland v. Robert Clarke - Judicial Review

The Court of Appeal in Northern Ireland heard appeals concerning decisions made by the Sentence Review Commissioners regarding Robert Clarke, who is serving a life sentence. The appeals involve the interpretation and application of rules surrounding life sentences and review processes.

Public Prosecution Service v Stitt - Case Stated Appeal

The Northern Ireland Court of Appeal heard a case stated from the Belfast Magistrates' Court concerning the jurisdiction to prosecute under Article 10 of the Public Order (NI) Order 1987. The core issue is whether a prosecution can proceed without the explicit consent of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPPNI) as required by law.

Belvoir Logistics Ltd v Driver and Vehicle Agency - Application for Leave to Appeal

The Court of Appeal in Northern Ireland heard an application for leave to appeal concerning the revocation of an operator's licence and disqualification of a transport manager. The case involves significant regulatory failures related to heavy goods vehicles, including weight, tachograph, and registration violations.

R v Rainey & Ors - Murder Conviction Appeal

The Northern Ireland Court of Appeal is hearing appeals against murder convictions and sentences for Glenn Rainey, Walter Alan Ervine, and Robert Spiers. The appeals concern the inferences drawn by the trial judge, his failure to recuse himself, and the admission of background evidence. Tariffs imposed on convicted and pleading parties are also under appeal.