Taoiseach: Irish people wearing poppies is 'not controversial'

Speaking in Blackpool in England on Armistice Day, Michéal Martin said that it was "right to honour" those who had died in the World Wars
Taoiseach: Irish people wearing poppies is 'not controversial'

The Taoiseach has previously worn a mixed poppy and shamrock badge. Picture: PA

Fri, 11 Nov, 2022 - 18:22
Paul Hosford Political Correspondent

The wearing of poppies by Irish people is "not controversial", the Taoiseach says.

Speaking in Blackpool in England on Armistice Day, Michéal Martin said that it was "right to honour" those who had died in the World Wars.

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