Owen wants statement in relation to Farmleigh

Fine Gael is claiming that the Taoiseach has abused his position following reports in Sunday papers that he and his partner used Farmleigh for a private function.

Fine Gael is claiming that the Taoiseach has abused his position following reports in Sunday papers that he and his partner used Farmleigh, the state-owned mansion, for a private function.

Former Minister for Justice Nora Owen wants Bertie Ahern to make a full statement.

"He has shown the kind of arrogance that we expect from this Taoiseach. He has also tried to hide the fact that this was used by his partner." she said.