President Higgins accused of 'pushing boundaries' in neutrality row

Coalition reacts after President Higgins describes Ireland as 'playing with fire' during a dangerous period of 'drift' in its foreign policy

President Michael D Higgins has come under fire for criticising the composition of the panels on the Consultative Forum on International Security.

President Michael D Higgins' input on a debate around Ireland’s neutrality was “extraordinary” and “pushed the boundaries,” Government sources have said.

Tánaiste Micheál Martin was forced to release a statement on Sunday defending the Government’s Consultative Forum on International Security after criticism from President Higgins.