Thomas to hand over medical records

Ian Bailey’s partner Jules Thomas has to hand over all medical records spanning a 20-year period as part of her action over alleged wrongful arrest against the State, a judge has ruled.

Mr Justice John Hedigan yesterday directed the medical records, including GP and hospital records, should be handed over to the legal team for the Garda commissioner and the State.

Ms Thomas initiated proceedings in 2007 seeking damages against the Garda commissioner and State arising from the investigation into the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier in West Cork in late 1996. Her claim was brought on grounds including alleged wrongful arrest and false imprisonment on dates in 1997 and 2000.