Summary
- Barrister Simeon Burke’s letter about being excluded from representing clients was rebutted by Bar Council’s chairman, Seán Guerin SC.
- Burke has struggled to find a master for pupillage, required before representation in court.
- The Bar Council extended the deadline for securing a master and is investigating an incident involving Burke’s family at the National Ploughing Championships.
- There are conflicting statements between the council and Burke regarding responsibility for finding a master.