Kenny ‘unaware’ of ambassador’s hotel row

Taoiseach Enda Kenny has denied any knowledge of an argument between the highest ranking civil servant in the country and the Irish Ambassador, which reportedly took place in a hotel lobby in New York on the morning of St Patrick’s Day.

Mr Kenny yesterday concluded his six-day trip to the US which, he said, has strengthened ties with America.

During his visits to Washington DC, Boston and New York, progress was made on immigration reform, which would help thousands of Irish illegals, while trade and investment ties were enhanced, he said.