Gerry Kelly
Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly urged to reflect on ‘own contribution to free press’
Republican party has been criticised for a series of libel actions against journalists
Libel case taken by Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly struck out
Ruth Dudley Edwards the second journalist to have libel action struck after Malachi O’Doherty thrown out earlier this year
By John Breslin
Damning decision against ‘scandalous, frivolous and vexatious’ Gerry Kelly highlights need for ‘Slapp’ reform
The Irish News view: Journalists must have the freedom to express opinions and make reasonable criticism of political figures and their decisions
By The Irish News
Under-pressure PSNI chief faces another crunch meeting with oversight body
Simon Byrne has faced fresh calls to resign after a High Court judge ruled that a decision to discipline two junior officers was unlawful.
By David Young and Jonathan McCambridge, PA
Man arrested in Co Derry as part of probe following PSNI data breach
The 50-year-old was detained under the Terrorism Act following a search in the Dungiven area on Friday.
By Rebecca Black, PA
Dissidents blamed for posting PSNI data leak document on wall
Almost 3,000 PSNI officers have inquired about potential damages following the massive PSNI data leak last week.
By Jonathan McCambridge, PA