Judicial reviewsThe concerted attack on judicial reviews and public access to justice is just one example. The number of new housing judicial reviews against grants of permission is down significantly year on year, with judicial reviews by developers against refusal up, he found. The demonisation of judicial reviews can be seen as part of a wider attack on regulation and, in particular, environmental regulation. And the question should be asked — if our environmental regulation is so onerous, how come our environment, nature and biodiversity are in such a perilous state? It would suggest that our environmental regulations that were or are currently in force are the bare minimum.

Their asserted right to resist such disclosure is usually called “journalistic privilege”. Journalists’ reliance on journalistic privilege has sometimes resulted in the imprisonment of journalists. Over the past two decades, the question of journalistic privilege has been litigated in numerous cases before the Irish courts. These cases have established stronger protections for journalistic privilege in Irish law, and they have repeatedly affirmed the critical importance of journalistic privilege in journalism’s essential role in Irish democracy. Since the release of the updated bill in December, there has been criticism of the provisions dealing with journalistic privilege.

Minister for Children Norma Foley failed to properly apply the law when she excluded two institutions from the mother and baby home redress scheme, a High Court judge has found. Judge Alexander Owens said the minister “erred in law” in evaluating whether St Joseph’s Baby Home in Stamullen, Co Meath, and Temple Hill Hospital in Blackrock, Co Dublin, met the terms for inclusion in the scheme designed to compensate former residents of certain institutions. However, the judge said he could not compel the minister to add the two facilities to the list of those covered by the Mother and Baby Institutions Payment Scheme Act 2023. Judicial review proceedings were taken by John Kiernan (now John Duncan Morris) and Marie Thornton who were put into St Joseph’s and Temple Hill, respectively, when they were babies. Solicitor Norman Spicer, who represented Morris and Thornton said the decision was a “milestone for survivors of the Mother and Baby Institutions”.

Video: CollinsThe family of Jo Jo Dullard has welcomed the news that An Garda Síochána has started a new search in connection with her disappearance at a site in Wicklow. There, Jo Jo Dullard called her friend Mary Cullinan at 11.37pm from a phone box. During that call, Jo Jo Dullard told Cullinan that a car had stopped for her and she was going to take the lift. This was the last known interaction with Jo Jo Dullard. An Garda Síochána said their families have been “fully appraised” of the development around the search operation.

Despite playing home fixtures in Hungary since October 2023, Israel intend to host the Republic of Ireland on September 27th. If Ireland decide against playing Israel, a ban from European competitions could follow, with Israel awarded a 3-0 win. Bernard O’Byrne, former chief executive of the FAI, says Ireland should play the Israel matches under protest. “I can’t see a domino effect if Ireland refuse to play Israel,” O’Byrne added. After the motion passed 74-7, Cooke immediately stated at a press conference that Ireland would fulfil any Uefa-sanctioned fixtures against Israel.

Ukraine’s former energy minister, a one-time close ally of president Volodymyr Zelenskiy, has been charged by anti-corruption authorities after being detained as he tried to flee the country. The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (Nabu) said on Monday that a former energy minister was charged with money laundering and alleged involvement in a criminal organisation, without naming the minister. A person involved in the investigation confirmed to the Financial Times that it was German Galushchenko. A Nabu official said its detectives had pulled the former energy minister off a Warsaw-bound train on Sunday after it stopped at the border during a routine passport control check. Nabu said the minister was attempting to flee the country.

The ex-Arsenal star came off just six minutes into Ajax's clash with Fortuna Sittard on Saturday. The Ukrainian had spent the first half of the season on loan at Nottingham Forest but only made 10 appearances. In a statement issued on Monday, the Dutch club said: "Oleksandr Zinchenko has been ruled out for an extended period. Zinchenko will also miss Ukraine's World Cup play-off campaign next month and should his country progress, he'll likely miss the tournament. Ensure our latest headlines always appear at the top of your Google SearchView 2 Images Oleksandr Zinchenko had only been on the pitch for three minutes (Image: Roy Lazet/Soccrates/Getty Images)"I couldn't even dream about it.

Melissa Gilbert will be returning to her role as Chief Creative Officer at her lifestyle brand Modern Prairie after stepping away 'to focus on my family' amid her husband Timothy Busfield's child sex abuse charges. This extraordinary community at Modern Prairie, you wrapped me in love, even when I was quiet, I felt your prayers, I felt your encouragement, I felt your steady presence. 'That is what Modern Prairie is: Women supporting women, not just when it's easy, and especially when it's hard. 'Modern Prairie has always been about more than one person. Gilbert has stood firmly beside her husband, whom she wed in April 2013, since he turned himself into police on January 13.

Mark Adair in action for Ireland at the ICC T20 World Cup against Oman on Saturday. Photo: Viraj Kothalawala/SportsfileThe first leg of Ireland’s improbable route to the last eight of the T20 World Cup was completed in Kandy tonight when Sri Lanka chased down an Australian total of 181 with two overs to spare. Ireland must win to stay in the tournament and hope that Sri Lanka complete a clean sweep of Group B by beating Zimbabwe on Thursday, in which case the runners-up spot will be decided on nett run-rate. Australia would appear to have a ‘Get-out-of-jail-free card’ when they play whipping boys Oman on Friday, but if that game is rained off Ireland still have a chance. “I've played with Blessing and against him for a long time, and big Ritchie Ngavara as well,” Adair said.

Rita Ora showcased her incredibly toned and tattooed figure while hitting the beach amid her trip to sun-soaked Sydney, Australia on Monday. The songstress, 35, took to Instagram with a slew of sizzling bikini snaps as she posed up a storm in a selection of tiny two pieces. Rita recently revealed she has been through a 'real eye opener' after becoming a stepmother to her husband's children. Thank you Sydney for another unforgettable trip'Prior to their romantic relationship, Rita and Taika were close friends for five years. In a rare comment on her family life, Rita opened up about how being a stepmother changed her perspective on the world.

Pádraig Horan, the captain of the first Offaly team to win an All Ireland, in 1981, will feature on TG4's 'Laochra Gael' this Thursday night at 9.30pmOffaly hurling legend features on this week's Laochra GaelThe captain of the first Offaly hurling team to win an All Ireland championship, Pádraig Horan, is the focus of attention on TG4's Laochra Gael documentary series this Thursday night (February 19). The acclaimed Laochra Gael continues its compelling new season that shines a light on some of the most influential figures ever to grace the fields of Gaelic games. Admired for his determination and influence both on and off the field, he remains one of Offaly’s most respected hurling figures. Contributors to this week's programme include family members and many of Horan's former Faithful County playing colleagues. Laochra Gael will be broadcast on TG4 this Thursday night at 9.30pm.

Cardi B fired off a heated message as she confirmed her breakup from Stefon Diggs onstage on Sunday night. Lopera recently dropped a paternity and child support lawsuit after DNA tests confirmed Diggs as the father, and the receiver has since acknowledged the child's status. Meanwhile, Cardi also gave birth to her first child with Diggs in November 2025, shortly after the couple publicly confirmed their relationship. However, they are believed to have split shortly before the Patriots' 29-13 Super Bowl defeat to the Seattle Seahawks. Cardi first raised eyebrows when she delivered a frosty pregame message to the football star before the Super Bowl.

Horse Racing Ireland assessing interest in developmentSemi-state agency Horse Racing Ireland (HRI) is looking for an external partner to develop a new arena and hotel project at Leopardstown Racecourse on the outskirts of Dublin. HRI has launched a pre-market consultation seeking expressions of interest from international developers, investors and operators for a potential multi-­purpose sports or entertainment arena and an on-site hotel at Leopardstown. Around 17 acres at Leopardstown has been earmarked for for the potential delivery of 800 homes under an agreement between HRI and the Land Development Agency (LDA). In its consultation notice, HRI emphasises that horse racing “is and will remain” the primary purpose of the Leopardstown campus. HRI’s arena and hotel consultation forms part of what it describes as the next phase in the evolution of the Leopardstown campus.

DoneDeal launches conversation app for car buyers on ChatGPTDoneDeal Cars has launched a new app on ChatGPT powered by listings from its website. Once connected to a user's AI account, they can type ‘@DoneDeal’ in ChatGPT and begin an AI conversation about their car search requirements. Prompts can be “@DoneDeal Show me German saloons for between 40 and 60k”. The app aims to help buyers narrow their search, showcases relevant filters, and returns tailored results. Rob Hume, General Manager of DoneDeal, said: “As more people use conversational AI to make everyday decisions simpler, we’re excited to offer a truly conversational way to explore Ireland’s biggest car marketplace.”

Cody Gakpo's private feelings over Liverpool situation as transfer comments emergeFormer Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen has shared his thoughts on Cody Gakpo's situation at Liverpool and suggested the player could look for another challenge in the futureView 2 Images Liverpool have been sent a message about Cody Gakpo (Image: Dan Istitene/Getty Images)Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen has suggested what Cody Gakpo is happy with life at Liverpool - for now. ‌Vinicius Jr opens up on Dominik Szoboszlai talks as ‘dream’ transfer revealed READ MORE :FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FB PAGE! “Cody Gakpo likes it at Liverpool with the Dutch coaching staff there, with Arne Slot and everything, there shouldn't be any issue,” Meulensteen said in an interview with BetGoat. View 2 Images Cody Gakpo has scored five Premier League goals this season (Image: CameraSport via Getty Images)BACK THE MIRROR! And every time he's played for the Dutch national team, he's been doing really, really well.”Article continues belowJoin our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content.