# The Court Files Privileged Access Rules (Northern Ireland) 2016, Article 9: Application to publish released court file


(1) An applicant may seek the Minister's permission to publish a court file released under these Rules by applying in writing to the Office.
(2) An application must—
(a) identify the information intended for publication;
(b) identify the purposes for which publication is required; and
(c) provide any other information relevant to the application.
(3) Prior to the Minister making a decision about the publication of the court file the Department shall consult the relevant authorities.
(4) Without prejudice to the generality of the Minister's power under rule 9(1) to grant permission, permission will be granted to use information for court purposes in any case in which the applicant's rights under Article 6 of the European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms so require.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/nisr/2016/123/article/9 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/court-files-privileged-access-rules-northern-ireland-2016/article-9
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