An animal welfare officer has been refused extra time to bring a sexual harassment case against a veterinary surgeon and the Dublin Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Lisa Kemp, who was sacked last year by the DSPCA for allegedly assaulting vet Joseph Neylon, wanted an extension of time to allow her to bring a sexual harassment and discrimination claim against Mr Neylon and the society.
Mr Neylon, Rooske Road, Dunboyne, Co Meath, has denied assaulting or harassing Ms Kemp, Corke Abbey, Bray, Co Wicklow.
Mr Justice Matthew Deery said his refusal did not in any way stop Ms Kemp from issuing ordinary civil bill proceedings.
