RTÉ and Sinn Féin refute Taoiseach's claims over Shane Ross interview being pulled

Micheál Martin had told the Dáil that 'greater transparency and explanation' was required from the broadcaster over why the interview was never broadcast

Shane Ross has written a book about Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald.

RTÉ and Sinn Féin have denied claims made by Taoiseach Micheál Martin regarding the broadcaster pulling an interview with Shane Ross about his book on Mary Lou McDonald.

Mr Martin had told the Dáil on Tuesday that "greater transparency and explanation" is required from RTÉ as to why the interview was never broadcast.