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There were garda checkpoints on three different approach roads to the Four Courts in Dublin, in advance of the hearing.

Gemma O'Doherty (Left in blue dress), with John Waters and Rita Simons (Right), as they arrived at the Fourt Courts on Tuesday. Picture: Collins Courts

There were garda checkpoints on three different approach roads to the Four Courts in Dublin at 10.30am on Tuesday.