President Higgins pays tribute to essential workers in Late Late Show interview

Ryan Tubridy interviewing President Michael D. Higgins in front of a memorial where, in April this year, the President laid a wreath for all workers who died through exposure to the Covid-19 virus. Pics: Maxwell's

President Michael D Higgins has paid tribute to the contribution of frontline and essential workers during the coronavirus outbreak.

Speaking on RTÉ's Late Late Show, President Higgins said consideration needed to be given to how they are paid, their job security and working conditions.