INM refused stay on O'Reilly/Brophy action over alleged data breach

INM, in its application, had said a stay should be granted until two inspectors, appointed by the High Court, have completed their investigation into the matter

Former INM chairman Leslie Buckley took no position on the stay application but also denies any wrongdoing and has authorised a full defence, the court heard. File picture: Sam Boal/Rollingnews.ie

Wed, 01 Dec, 2021 - 16:22

Ann O’Loughlin

An application by Independent News and Media (INM) plc for a stay on proceedings against it by two of its former executives over an alleged data breach in the company in 2014 has been refused by the High Court.

Former INM chief executive Gavin O'Reilly and former INM director of corporate affairs Karl Brophy are suing INM, and its former chairman Leslie Buckley, on grounds including alleged breach of privacy and data protection rights.