Security around the banks was discussed, says Pat Rabbitte

The security around banks continuing to operate normally, during the height of the eurozone crisis, had been discussed by members of government, the former communications minister Pat Rabbitte has said.

Former central bank governor Patrick Honohan

The former Labour leader made his comments as further questions were raised over recent claims by Taoiseach Enda Kenny the army could have been called in to protect ATMs in early 2012.

The Irish Examiner has also learned the banking inquiry is unlikely to accede to requests for Mr Kenny to tell the probe about being advised that soldiers should guard the banks.