Irish scientist kicked off Mars One mission after voicing concerns

An Irish scientist has been removed from the Mars One programme for breaching confidentiality.

Dr Joseph Roche spoke out earlier this week about the Mars One mission, claiming it is "hopelessly flawed" and this morning a Mars One spokesperson confirmed to Morning Ireland that he had been removed from the programme.

They say he breached confidentiality rules by voicing his doubts about the mission, adding: "Unfortunately there are several false accusations."