Dermot Kennedy apologises to Irish Traveller community for remarks during TV interview

The singer has apologised for the comments made during an appearance on a Canadian TV music channel 

Dermot Kennedy: 'I was not referring to anyone specific, and I never mean to cause harm with the words I say'. Picture: Gareth Chaney/ Collins Photos

Dermot Kennedy has issued an apology to the Irish Traveller community after he used a derogatory term while discussing Irish slang words on a Canadian TV music channel.

During his appearance on the channel, the singer was asked for some examples of Irish slang words. The video, which has since been deleted, showed the 31-year-old speaking to a live audience.