Opposition criticise Stephen Donnelly for latest communications gaffe

Health minister forced to clarify remarks after a series of botched Covid communications by Government

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly was forced to clarify comments he made suggesting talks between the Minister for Education and teaching unions on schools reopening had not concluded.

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly is under renewed fire after he was forced to clarify comments he made suggesting talks between the minister for education and teaching unions on schools reopening had not concluded

On RTÉ TV on Monday night, Mr Donnelly said an issue had arisen that evening which meant Norma Foley was still negotiating with unions ahead of the Government's announcement later today.