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Gerry Adams’ prison escape convictions are unsafe, UK Supreme Court hears

The former Sinn Féin leader claims two convictions he received in the 70s were unlawful.

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Nov 19th 2019, 9:17 PM

The UK is in 'uncharted constitutional waters' yet again - so what are the prospects for a written constitution?

Boris Johnson’s attempt to prorogue parliament shows the need for a written constitution, some argue.

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Sep 28th 2019, 11:00 AM

'Who runs Britain?': UK papers divided over Supreme Court ruling as parliament returns

A Guardian writer calls Johnson a “liar” while the Express asks what’s lawful about denying the result of the Brexit vote.

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Sep 25th 2019, 6:47 AM

Column: Britain doesn't have a written constitution. Today isn't the first time that that's led to major problems

Another constitutional crisis took place in Britain over 100 years ago.

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Sep 24th 2019, 5:31 PM

Gardaí called in during chaotic scenes at Four Courts as defendant claims she was assaulted

Court staff called for the assistance of gardai who attended at the scene within minutes.

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Jul 31st 2019, 9:30 PM

Belfast man jailed for leaving neighbour's dead body in her home for two years and buying pizza with her bank card

Robert Sharkey was handed a two-year sentence at Belfast Crown Court.

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Oct 22nd 2018, 2:13 PM

Joe Brolly says the proposed Tiernan McCann ban is 'unlawful'

The pundit has suggested the player should not be punished too excessively for his dive.

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Aug 12th 2015, 5:08 PM

Evening Wrap

The 5 at 5 5 minutes, 5 stories, 5 o’clock…

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Nov 5th 2012, 4:43 PM

5 places to watch your car in Ireland...

Official statistics show that the rate of hijacking in the Dublin region is more than double that of elsewhere in the country.

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Sep 25th 2011, 9:15 AM