Frank McBrearty, Jnr
| Cllr Frank McBrearty, Jnr | |
|---|---|
| Donegal County Councillor | |
|
Assumed office June 2009 | |
| Constituency | Stranorlar electoral area |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Independent |
| Other political affiliations | Labour Party (2009–13) |
Frank McBrearty, Jnr is an Irish politician and businessman. The son of Frank McBrearty, Snr, McBrearty became known nationally as a result of the Morris Tribunal's ruling that police had tried to frame him for the 1996 murder of Richie Barron. McBrearty pursued the Irish state in a long-running legal battle to restore his good name. In 2005, he settled all his claims against the Irish state.[1][2]
McBrearty was in court in 2012, when a landmark judgement found in favour of him and his wife against Allied Irish Banks (AIB).[3]
Politics
McBrearty ran in the 2009 local elections for the Labour Party.[4] He stood in the Stranorlar local electoral area, and was elected to Donegal County Council.[5]<ref>"Local Elections: Stranorlar – Donegal County Council (Ulster)". ElectionsIreland.org. 5 June 2009.
References
- ↑ "Frank McBrearty Jnr settles claims with State". BreakingNews.ie. 20 September 2005. Archived from the original on 9 March 2015. Retrieved 20 September 2005.
- ↑ "I'm not someone to be messed with – McBrearty". Donegal News. 12 April 2012. Archived from the original on 9 March 2015. Retrieved 12 April 2012.
- ↑ "McBrearty delighted with bank settlement". Donegal Democrat. Johnston Press. 19 May 2012. Archived from the original on 9 March 2015. Retrieved 19 May 2012.
- ↑ Regan, Mary (30 April 2009). "Frank McBrearty Jnr confirmed as Labour candidate". Irish Examiner. Thomas Crosbie Holdings. Archived from the original on 9 March 2015. Retrieved 30 April 2009.
- ↑ "Stranorlar Electoral Area". Donegal County Council. 18 April 2013. Retrieved 18 April 2013.