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flag Ireland's top court upheld a 2024 order forcing Angela Heavey to sell her land near Swords Castle for a cultural development project.

flag Ireland's Court of Appeal has dismissed Angela Heavey’s appeal against a 2024 compulsory purchase order for her property near Swords Castle, upholding a prior High Court ruling. flag The decision allows Fingal County Council to proceed with demolishing her buildings to develop the “Swords Cultural Quarter,” including a library, theatre, arts centre, and civic space, aimed at preserving the historic site and boosting tourism. flag Heavey, a barrister who argued her family’s long-standing ties and a rejected 2005 planning application granted development rights, was criticized for making baseless allegations against officials despite prior warnings. flag The council has already acquired other nearby properties voluntarily.

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