Denis O'Brien lawyers to cross-examine witnesses in INM investigation, High Court hears

Businessman Denis O'Brien and two companies are to be given certain documents used in the corporate watchdog’s application for appointment of inspectors to investigate an alleged data breach and other matters at Independent News & Media, the High Court has directed.

Owen O’Sullivan, of William Fry solicitors, for Mr O’Brien, island Capital Management Ltd and Blaydon Ltd, said the documents were necessary so the Fry clients would know what, if any, allegations are made against them and to ensure “effective” cross-examination of certain individuals who have given evidence to the inspectors.