Northern Ireland minister’s apology ‘honest’ and ‘very helpful’ – Taoiseach

Taoiseach Micheal Martin has described Northern Ireland minister Steve Baker’s apology over his previous stance on Brexit as ‘honest’ and ‘very helpful’ (Liam McBurney/PA)

Taoiseach Micheal Martin has described Northern Ireland minister Steve Baker’s apology over his previous stance on Brexit as “honest” and “very helpful”.

Mr Martin welcomed the tone of Mr Baker’s “upfront” comments.