Dana defamation case against INM struck out

A defamation and malicious falsehood action against Independent News and Media plc (INM) by Dana Rosemary Scallon has been struck out by the High Court.
Dana defamation case against INM struck out
Wed, 08 Jul, 2020 - 20:28
Ann O’Loughlin

Dana Rosemary Scallon, the singer, former MEP, and former presidential candidate, had not sued the correct defendant, the court found.
Dana Rosemary Scallon, the singer, former MEP, and former presidential candidate, had not sued the correct defendant, the court found.

A defamation and malicious falsehood action against Independent News and Media plc (INM) by Dana Rosemary Scallon has been struck out by the High Court.

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