Watchdog objects to allowing John Delaney extra time to inspect files

The judge was critical of what she called "tit-for-tat tactics” being used by the ODCE and ex-FAI boss John Delaney regarding the inspection process.

UK-based John Delaney wants more time to examine the material, which includes his emails. File photo: PA

The Office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement says it is opposed to any application by ex-FAI boss John Delaney for further time to examine files seized by the corporate watchdog as part of its criminal investigation into the association.

The High Court has been asked, in an application where the FAI is the respondent, to make a determination if some of the files are covered by legal privilege and cannot be used by the ODCE as part of its probe.