Bertie Ahern: Irish might view UK crisis as 'bit of craic' but economic stability is important

Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern says he didn't blame Irish people "or taking some satisfaction out of watching what's going on."

Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern has admitted that he understands why Irish people are taking "a bit of craic" out of the political instability across the water, whilst warning that it is in Ireland's interest to see a functioning Government in the UK.

Mr Ahern made his comments to Newstalk following the resignation this week of Prime Minister Liz Truss after just 44 days in the role.