Irish officials believed the September 11th attacks would impact how US politicians viewed the Northern Ireland peace process.

Nathan Gallagher, from Burtonport, Co Donegal, was on a boat in close proximity to the beach when the drama unfolded.

Britain's CPS said there is an ‘important point of law that needs to be clarified’.

Attorney General Lord Hermer suggested the shadow justice secretary ‘carefully consider any further public comments’.

Liam Og O hAnnaidh was accused of displaying a flag in support of proscribed organisation Hezbollah.

The chief magistrate said the proceedings were instituted ‘unlawfully and are null’.

The 55-year-old was arrested under the Terrorism Act.

Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan said drafts have been exchanged between his department and the inquiry

The Police Ombudsman’s report considered the effectiveness of the initial RUC investigation.

Three homes were searched by gardaí in the south and east regions on Friday.

Coimisiun na Mean will have the power to impose the penalties which fall under EU regulations.

The Taoiseach was speaking amid a spate of threats against elected representatives.