First Minister O'Neill remains vague about potential presidential candidacy

She was speaking at a meeting of the North South Ministerial Council in Armagh

While remaining vague on her own ambitions in terms of the presidency, First Minister Michelle O'Neill was clear on wanting to see voting rights extended to citizens in the North. Picture: Niall Carson/PA

The North's First Minister Michelle O'Neill has failed to rule herself out as a potential candidate for the Irish presidential election.

When asked to comment on speculation that she may throw her hat into the ring, Ms O'Neill was coy, only saying: "I think I have plenty to do as first minister."