High Court hears that 'in bizarre way' Ireland has become 'safe haven' for Ian Bailey

Former journalist Ian Bailey, who is wanted by French authorities investigating the murder of film producer Sophie Toscan du Plantier in west Cork, arriving at the High Court in Dublin for an extradition hearing. Photo: Brian Lawless

Lawyers for the State have told the High Court that "in a bizarre way" Ireland has become a "safe haven" for Ian Bailey, who is facing a 25-year prison sentence for the murder of filmmaker Sophie Toscan du Plantier in France.

Counsel for the Minister for Justice, Mr Robert Barron SC today told the High Court that the family of Ms du Plantier feel they have not achieved justice.