Micheál Martin defends Simon Harris’ knowledge of EU and all-island issues

Simon Harris, Tánaiste Micheál Martin and Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology Michelle Donelan (PA)

Simon Harris, Tánaiste Micheál Martin and Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology Michelle Donelan (PA)

Mon, 08 Apr, 2024 - 16:19
Gráinne Ní Aodha, PA

The Tánaiste has defended Simon Harris’ knowledge on European affairs and north-south relations ahead of him becoming taoiseach on Tuesday.

Micheál Martin was speaking at the first North-South Ministerial Council convened in person since the coalition government formed in June 2020.

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