Harney blasts Cooper-Flynn

Mary Harney has condemned Beverly Cooper-Flynn's alleged involvement in tax evasion.

During a trip announcing new jobs for Donegal Ms Harney said: "It would not be appropriate, in my view, for someone belonging to a political party or serving as a member of the Oireactas to be involved in such alleged activities."

However, she said, "It would be a matter for the people of Mayo to decide if Ms Cooper-Flynn should continue as a representative."

She also added that it would be a matter for the Taoiseach to decide what standards apply in Fiana Fail.