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THIS week, Fine Gael leader Enda Kenny brought up a matter in the Dáil which should evoke a popular response if the Government ever decides to do anything about it.

Fri, 25 Mar, 2005

Farmer who shot burglar dead is freed

BRITISH farmer Tony Martin was last night enjoying his first taste of freedom for nearly four years and looking forward to pocketing an estimated 140,000 after selling his story.

Tue, 29 Jul, 2003

Farmer who shot burglars released today

British farmer Tony Martin has been released from custody after serving two-thirds of his five-year jail sentence for shooting dead a 16-year-old burglar and wounding his accomplice.

Mon, 28 Jul, 2003

Farmer who was jailed for killing burglar sued by another criminal who broke into his home

THE British farmer jailed for the manslaughter of a 16-year-old burglar is being sued for up to £15,000

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