Bertie Ahern admits he ‘probably shouldn’t have said’ remarks on immigration and Muslims

Former taoiseach says he regrets parts of doorstep exchange recorded during Dublin Central by-election canvassing campaign

Bertie Ahern says he regrets comments about Africans and Muslims made during Dublin Central canvassing. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA Wire

Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern has said he has “no problems” with people from Africa or the Congo, as he admitted he should not have made comments about Muslims while canvassing.

The Irish Examiner reported on Wednesday that Mr Ahern was recorded without his knowledge while canvassing door-to-door in Dublin Central and being questioned about immigration.