State could have to take part in further hearings between FBD and publicans

Two sides in landmark business interruption case have been unable to reach agreement on a number of issues

Insurers including FBD deducted the value of supports such as the wage subsidy schemes from awards made to plaintiffs. The state has requested that the money be returned to taxpayers

The state may be required to take part in further hearings in the landmark business interruption case between FBD and a number of publicans, the Commercial Court has heard.

Justice Denis McDonald this morning heard evidence from representatives for the insurer and four publicans who last year won a pivotal case concerning the closure of their businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic which has a broader impact on a further 1,100 or so firms.

The four ...