Geraldine Gilligan in court in Dundalk today

John Gilligan’s wife Geraldine is in Dundalk today to appear before the local Circuit Court.

Ms Gilligan is appealing the decision of the Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB) to stop her €186 a week unemployment benefit.

John Gilligan, a convicted drug trafficker, was released from prison in October.

A large number of photographers have gathered around the court for Ms Gilligan’s appearance.