Bailey case against State may run until Christmas

Ian Bailey’s High Court action against the State for alleged wrongful arrest during the investigation into the murder of French film-maker Sophie Toscan du Plantier could last until Christmas.

Mr Justice John Hedigan was told the action in front of a jury could last longer than the six weeks originally estimated.

Mr Bailey’s side are to call at least 12 more witnesses while the State expects to call about 20. The cross-examination of the journalist will continue in the Fourt Courts on Tuesday.