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Barrister who spoke at anti-mask rally issues legal proceedings against asylum seekers group
Papers were filed in the High Court yesterday. By Stephen McDermott Wednesday 24 Feb 2021, 8:56 PM Feb 24th 2021, 8:56 PM 107,884 Views 0 Comments
Una McGurk
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A BARRISTER WHO came to public attention after speaking at a demonstration against Covid-19 face masks last year has issued legal proceedings against an Irish advocacy group for asylum seekers.
Papers filed in the High Court show that Una McGurk, who is a member of the International Protection Appeals Tribunal (IPAT), has initiated a civil case against the Movement of Asylum Seekers in Ireland and against three of its members, who she has named in the papers.
Updated / Thursday, 24 Dec 2020
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The 2 Johnnies Christmas Spectacular, RTÉ2, 10.15pm
As Santa begins to made his big journey from the North Pole, excitement is at an all-time high around the globe. Keep your little ones and family entertained with our top five TV picks for Christmas Eve.
Pick of the Day
Ruth Smith and Mary Kennedy present
Christmas at Home, with a rich array of musical talent, including Celine Byrne, Úna Healy, Ray Lynam, Mick Flannery, teenage YouTube sensation Allie Sherlock, the RTÉ Concert Orchestra and Cor na nÓg.
We ll also hear from some very special guests, Sister Stanislaus Kennedy, Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh and Donnah Vuma, who reflect on the meaning of Christmas at Home, in a year which has kept people apart, but also brought them together, like never before.
Christmas TV guide: 20 of the best shows to watch
RTÉ One, 9.10pm We won’t be able to attend a carol service this Christmas, but the good news is that Santa will be bringing the carols to us, with help from presenters Mary Kennedy and Ruth Smith, and host of singers and musicians. Home is the theme of this year’s special programme, as we’ve all had to tune into our home space during this pandemic year. Such talented guests as Lisa Hannigan, Loah, Imelda May, Una Healy, Mick Flannery and Susan O’Neill will be beaming Christmas cheer straight into your home – all you have to do is pour yourself a mulled wine, put some cream on your mince pie, and just sit back and listen. (Sing along if you want to as well – no one is going to complain).
Star-studded evening of seasonal music on RTE this Christmas
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Mary Kennedy and Ruth Smith host a carols show like no other, bringing Christmas magic into every home with a star-studded evening of seasonal music, old and new, from all across the country on RTÉ One.
Úna Healy from Thurles is singing a duet alongside country legend Ray Lynam in tribute to American folk singer John Prine.
The programme also features Lisa Hannigan, Imelda May, Loah, Celine Byrne, Ray Lynam, Mick Flannery, Susan O’Neill and teenage Irish YouTube sensation, Allie Sherlock. We ll also hear from some very special guests, Sister Stanislaus Kennedy, Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh and Donnah Vuma, who reflect on the meaning of Christmas at Home, in a year which has kept people apart, but also brought them together, like never before.