Speaking following the outcome of the Stardust inquests, ICCL Executive Director Liam Herrick said: 

"After more than 40 years, we in the Irish Council for Civil Liberties (ICCL) welcome the verdicts today of the jury of the Stardust inquiry. 

It is a hugely significant day for the 48 people who lost their lives in the Stardust nightclub, and for their families and loved ones who have campaigned for truth and justice ever since. We hope that they finally feel that some justice has been delivered for their loved ones. 

We commend the Coroner and jury for their careful consideration of this landmark inquest, which was unique in Ireland in terms of resources, legal aid and jury selection. It demonstrates the need for adequate funding and allocation of resources for legal aid and jury selection in the Coroner service. 

In light of verdict, we in ICCL redouble our call for comprehensive reform of the Coroner service, in line with our research and the recent report of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice. The lack of direct support for bereaved families is one of the fundamental deficiencies in the Service and must be rectified."