Judge called on to clarify remark that Muslims 'feel they can beat their wives'

A judge is being called on to clarify or withdraw a remark in which he said that he thinks Muslims feel that they can "actually beat their wives".

Judge called on to clarify remark that Muslims 'feel they can beat their wives'

A judge is being called on to clarify or withdraw a remark in which he said that he thinks Muslims feel they can "actually beat their wives".

The comment was made by Judge Anthony Halpin in Tallaght District court in Dublin

Read More:

It happened during the trial of a Somali man accused of burgling his former wife's home.

The Immigrant Council of Ireland has called on the judge to clarify or withdraw his comments.

Judge Halpin

Read More:

more courts articles

Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges
Defendant in Cobh murder case further remanded in custody Defendant in Cobh murder case further remanded in custody

More in this section

Only a 'lucky' few people with a debilitating lung condition receive specialist care Only a 'lucky' few people with a debilitating lung condition receive specialist care
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson court case Jeffrey Donaldson released on bail over sex charges including one count of rape
Coronavirus Employment rates rose for almost all groups of people post-Covid-19, study shows
War_map
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited