Taoiseach concerned by NI violence

The Taoiseach has expressed concern at the fact that Loyalists were allowed to return through Ardoyne in Belfast last night against the wishes of the Parades Commission.

Both Sinn Féin and the SDLP say the decision by the PSNI to allow the Orangemen through has had the effect of undermining the role of the commission.

Bertie Ahern said last night's incidents are a cause of immense concern and will be taken up with the British Government.