Government appeal over Sean Brown murder inquiry ruling to be heard

The UK Supreme Court is hearing the government’s appeal against a ruling requiring a public inquiry into Sean Brown’s 1997 murder. The government accepts that there has not been a proper investigation but argues the case could be handled through a reformed commission; Brown’s family continues to seek an inquiry.

• The Supreme Court hearing concerns the government’s appeal against rulings that it must hold a public inquiry into Sean Brown’s murder.· 2 sources
• Brown, a 61-year-old GAA official, was abducted and killed in County Londonderry in 1997; no one has been convicted of the murder.· 2 sources
• The government says a reformed Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery could address the case; Brown’s family is seeking a public inquiry.· 1 source