Charlie Flanagan: ‘I will not intervene in Brazil process’

Foreign Affairs Minister Charlie Flanagan has again warned the family of Pat Hickey he “will not be intervening” in his legal battle in Brazil because “due process” has to take place.

Mr Flanagan reiterated his stance ahead of meeting with the relatives of Mr Hickey, who has temporarily stepped aside as president of the Olympic Council of Ireland, provoking an angry reaction from the Dubliner’s family.

Speaking on RTÉ Radio, Mr Flanagan said while the family has asked to meet him over the ticket-touting allegations, he is limited in what he can or should do.