Latest: Halligan defends President Higgins' praise of Fidel Castro

Update 11pm: Junior Minister John Halligan has defended President Michael D Higgins over his praise for the regime of Fidel Castro.

Latest: Halligan defends President Higgins' praise of Fidel Castro
Mon, 28 Nov, 2016 - 10:37

Update 11pm: Junior Minister John Halligan has defended President Michael D Higgins over his praise for the regime of Fidel Castro.

The President today signed a book of condolence for the former Cuban leader "on behalf of the people of Ireland".

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