Skater faces hefty bill for court action

A 19-year-old ice skater has been left with a hefty legal bill after the High Court yesterday ruled she must pay the costs of her failed bid aimed at compelling the Ice Skating Association of Ireland to select her for international skating events.

In July 2015, Fianait Bligh sought mandatory orders compelling the association comply with representations allegedly made to her, if she fulfilled certain criteria, she would be selected to take part in International Skating Union events.

Mr Justice Paul Gilligan, dismissing her application, ruled that Ms Bligh had failed to make out a case entitling her to the mandatory orders sought.