Taoiseach rejects suggestion he is hiding from media

The Taoiseach’s spokesperson has dismissed suggestions Enda Kenny is hiding from scrutiny or questioning about the fiscal treaty referendum in the final days before polling.

In a break from precedent, the Taoiseach did not hold a final-day press conference or do any TV interviews in a last push for a yes vote. He did not take part in televised debates during the campaign but did a live broadcast on Sunday which involved him speaking to camera without questioning.

A spokesperson rejected “out of hand” suggestions that a decision was made to keep Mr Kenny away from the media during the final part of the campaign.