Kenny backs accused TD

Taoiseach Enda Kenny has expressed confidence in one of his TDs who was arrested and questioned about an alleged assault in a bar.

Mr Kenny was asked repeatedly whether he had confidence in Cavan-Monaghan TD Sean Conlon, but replied that he was not able to speculate on allegations.

Gardaí confirmed earlier this month that Mr Conlon was questioned in relation to an alleged assault which took place in his pub in Ballybay, Co Monaghan, on August 23.