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Michael Stone dismisses lawyers | Michael Stone dismisses lawyers |
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Loyalist killer Michael Stone has dismissed some of his legal team at his trial for an attack on Northern Ireland's assembly. | |
The 53-year-old stormed Parliament Buildings allegedly carrying explosives and a knife in November 2006. | |
He faces 14 charges, all of which he denies, including trying to kill Gerry Adams and Martin McGuinness. | |
Arthur Harvey QC said on Monday it was no longer possible for him or his junior counsel to represent Stone. | |
He said there had been "an irretrievable breakdown in the relationship between counsel and client". | He said there had been "an irretrievable breakdown in the relationship between counsel and client". |
Belfast Crown Court also heard that Stone wants to retain his defence solicitor. | Belfast Crown Court also heard that Stone wants to retain his defence solicitor. |
The case has been adjourned until Friday to allow him time to find new counsel. | |
Stone attempted to enter Stormont during a key debate on devolution but was held back by security staff. | Stone attempted to enter Stormont during a key debate on devolution but was held back by security staff. |