The remarks made in a video on social media have been described as "concerning" and "unusual" by the Taoiseach.

Acknowledging immigration is an issue this side of the border, Senator O'Reilly, said the UK's Rwanda policy "won't stand the test of time".

The Tánaiste has told the Northern Ireland secretary that Gardaí will not be sent to police the border.

The Tánaiste says the Justice Minister's claim that 80 per cent of asylum seekers are arriving here across the border from the north, is not based in fact.

The TD is in favour of an open border but wants checks to prevent those domiciled in the UK from seeking residency in the Republic.

Helen McEntee pointed out that the open border in Ireland is one of the results of the Good Friday Agreement.

Senator Blaney met with Fermanagh General Election candidate, Cllr Diana Armstrong.

The Cavan-Monaghan TD told the Dáil economic opportunities need to be grasped.