Sir Van Morrison's defamation lawsuits against former Stormont Health Minister Robin Swann have been settled through confidential resolutions, following a successful mediation process. The lawsuits stemmed from Morrison's claim that Swann was 'very dangerous,' made during a performance in June 2021 after his gigs were canceled due to Covid-19 restrictions. Swann had sued Morrison for slander, while Morrison counter-sued over an opinion piece in Rolling Stone magazine that criticized his anti-lockdown stance. Both parties had been set to face jury trials at the end of September before the settlement was reached. Swann expressed disappointment over Morrison's comments, recognizing him as a significant musical figure, while the lawsuits were characterized as potentially costly. The specific terms of the settlement remain confidential.