Katherine Zappone believes Ibrahim Halawa 'will be home soon'

Children's Minister Katherine Zappone has insisted progress is still taking place over the release of Ibrahim Halawa amid concern over the week-long delay in his return to Ireland, writes Fiachra Ó Cionnaith.

Ms Zappone, who represents the constituency where Mr Halawa is from, said she is "not concerned" about the delays and that consular staff are "working through day and night to get Ibrahim home as quickly as possible".