The launch of the direct sales channel is a significant milestone for the Irish car industry and a pioneering step forward for Windsor who sell over 12,000 new and used cars a year across 15 dealerships nationwide, earning €250 million in annual turnover.

Scotland could cut its contribution to the British monarchy by more than £1 million if plans for further devolution get the go-ahead, it has been claimed.

Northern Ireland deputy first minister and former IRA commander Martin McGuinness has heaped praise on the Queen for taking a leadership role in the peace process.