Court Claims Judge Erroneous in Mandating Inquiry into GAA Official’s Murder
A court has argued that a judge overstepped by ordering a public inquiry into the murder of GAA official Sean Brown during the Troubles
Belfast, Northern Ireland, Sean Brown, GAA, Public Inquiry, Troubles
The Government’s barrister, Tony McGleenan, argued that the judge overstepped his bounds. He claimed that no court has ever forced the Government to hold a public inquiry like this before. It’s a pretty rare situation, and they’re saying it shouldn’t have happened.
Sean Brown was the chairman of the Bellaghy Wolfe Tones GAA club. He was ambushed and murdered by loyalist paramilitaries, and to this day, no one has been convicted for it. His family has been fighting for justice, and they were in court to hear the appeal against the inquiry order.
Last year, a coroner had to stop an inquest into his death because too much sensitive information was kept out of the proceedings. It’s been a long and complicated road for the Brown family, and they’re still waiting for answers.
The Government had decided not to hold an inquiry, suggesting that a new body could handle the case instead. But there are concerns about whether that body can actually comply with human rights laws. The judge’s order for a public inquiry was seen as a way to ensure a thorough investigation.
As the court proceedings continue, the Brown family’s lawyer is set to speak later. It’s a tough situation, and everyone is hoping for some clarity and justice soon.