
Denise McBride
Denise McBride is a judge serving in the Northern Ireland judiciary, known for her role in presiding over significant criminal cases. Recently, she made headlines during the trial of Ian Coulter and Frank Cushnahan, where she instructed the jury to refrain from discussing the case outside the courtroom. Her judicial decisions and management of courtroom proceedings reflect her commitment to upholding the law and ensuring a fair trial.
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Judge Denise McBride indicated that the only sentence she could impose was a life sentence for Hughes.
Pregnant mother-of-two’s murder ‘one of the worst cases of domestic violence’, Belfast court hears – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2026-09-25
Madam Justice Denise McBride warned the jury not to discuss the case with anyone or carry out their own research.
Former law firm managing partner lied to partners to ‘save his own skin’, court told – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2025-10-03






