Michael Bisgrove
Michael Bisgrove is a prosecutor involved in a high-profile terrorism case against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, a member of the Belfast rap group Kneecap. In a recent court hearing, Bisgrove outlined the allegations against Ó hAnnaidh, emphasizing that the case revolves around the rapper's display of a Hizbullah flag during a performance, which is tied to support for a proscribed terrorist organization. His role in the case highlights the complexities surrounding freedom of speech and the legal boundaries of expressing political opinions.
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Prosecutor Michael Bisgrove told the previous hearing that the case was 'not about Mr O’Hanna’s support for the people of Palestine or his criticism of Israel.'
Kneecap rapper Mo Chara faces terrorism charge for displaying Hezbollah flag at London concert - Celebrity
Pakistan· 2025-08-20
Prosecution barrister Michael Bisgrove argues that the paperwork for the case against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh is fine.
Terrorism case against Kneecap’s Mo Chara adjourned by court in London – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-08-20
Prosecutor Michael Bisgrove argued that Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh was charged within the time limit.
Member of Irish rap group Kneecap seeks to throw out terrorism charge
Canada· 2025-08-20
Michael Bisgrove led the prosecution in Ó hAnnaidh's case.
‘A woman pointed to a sniggering Móglaí Bap as the magistrate asked if anyone knew an Irish interpreter’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-18
Michael Bisgrove is the prosecutor who summarized the allegations against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh in court.
terrorism case against group member Mo Chara adjourned by London court – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-18