Court grants Irish Times access to ex-TD's character reference for convicted sex offender

A court has allowed the Irish Times to access a character reference written by Jim Glennon, a former Fianna Fáil TD, for convicted sex offender Daniel Ramamoorthy, sparking significant media interest. Glennon, who has confirmed his involvement, faces scrutiny for his support despite Ramamoorthy's conviction, raising questions about the role of personal testimonies in legal decisions. This case underscores the broader debate on how character references are weighed in judicial processes and the potential consequences for public figures who vouch for offenders.