Truss's stance on NI protocol was 'unhelpful', says Ahern

Bertie Ahern said he hopes whoever becomes the next British prime minister will take a 'proactive' approach to talks with the EU.

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern has criticised Liz Truss, who has resigned as British Prime Minister, describing her stance on the Northern Ireland Protocol negotiations as unhelpful.

Mr Ahern said he hopes whoever becomes the next prime minister will take a "proactive" approach to talks with the EU.