Mr Olding grimaced as he waited, while Blane McIlroy rubbed his face wearily with both hands. Mr Jackson and Mr Olding exchanged a brief word as they waited, Mr Jackson's right foot resting on the wall of the dock. Mr Jackson's father rose with determination to greet his son at the top of the room. Stern-faced, Mr Jackson made a short statement outside the court. He spoke about the "vile commentary" on social media - and said Mr Jackson's priority now lies with "getting back on the rugby pitch".

Source: Irish Independent March 29, 2018 05:37 UTC