Taoiseach has 'full confidence' in Attorney General

The Taoiseach rejected accusations that Mr Gallagher's involvement in a case involving the State was a "conflict of interest"

Attorney General Paul Gallagher 'has a strong public interest approach in terms of how he conducts his work', the Taoiseach has said. Picture: Damien Storan.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin says that he has "full confidence" in Attorney General Paul Gallagher.

Speaking in Cork, Mr Martin rejected accusations that Mr Gallagher's involvement in a case involving the State was a "conflict of interest".