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Case No. 1913Negligence / breach of contract (civil) · Co. Cork

Security for costs application against Michael Flatley in Castlehyde renovation dispute

Michael Flatley is facing security for costs applications in the Commercial Court seeking a total of €2.8 million to be lodged in advance of his main action against Austin Newport Group Ltd and insurance underwriters over alleged toxic chemical residue at his Co Cork mansion, Castlehyde. His counsel told the court the applications were being brought 'to embarrass' him.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In court7 Apr
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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10 statements extracted from the articles
  • whatFlatley claims he and his family had to vacate Castlehyde in October 2023 after alleged toxic chemical residue was detected during routine maintenance. (irishtimes.com)
  • whatHe claims the unsafe levels of chloride residue are due to PVC combustion in a June 2016 fire at the property. (irishtimes.com)
  • whatHe claims the main contractor was allegedly aware of a residue issue. (irishtimes.com)
  • courtTwo applications for security for costs were tabled before the Commercial Court in Flatley's action over Castlehyde works. (irishtimes.com)
  • courtMr Justice Mark Sanfey set dates for affidavits and submissions, with the two-day hearing set for 3 July. (irishtimes.com)
  • otherThe applications seek a total of €2.8 million to be lodged in court in advance of the main hearing. (irishtimes.com)
  • otherCastlehyde had been valued at in excess of €20 million. (irishtimes.com)
  • otherAustin Newport Group Ltd is the main contractor who allegedly renovated Castlehyde following the June 2016 fire. (irishtimes.com)
  • otherFlatley is also suing MS Amlin Underwriting Ltd, AXA XL Underwriting Agencies Ltd, Hamilton Managing Agency Limited and Lloyds Insurance Company. (irishtimes.com)
  • otherAustin Newport will seek €1.2 million to be lodged and the other defendants will look for €1.6 million. (irishtimes.com)

The reporting

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  1. 7 Apr2025
    In courtirishtimes.com, first report
    Security for costs application against Michael Flatley is attempt to ‘embarrass’ him, court hears

    Reports on the security for costs applications tabled in the Commercial Court, with a two-day hearing set for 3 July 2025 before Mr Justice Mark Sanfey.

    victim, Michael Flatley, male, irish (judged from name)Michael Flatley