Some of the drama of budget day has been lost over the years.

There are enough votes in Cavan to elect a Fine Gael TD - if it's managed correctly.

Cavan political commentator, Sean McKiernan, says it's a significant moment for Ireland's "nearest neighbour".

'By 2012/13 you could already see the signs of a housing crisis. Politicians of all colours have been guilty of keeping on the right side of constituents and at the same time stopping progress'

'As someone from an ethnic background he will appeal to aspirational Britain, people who would like to see their children and grandchildren actually have a stake in the country'

Boris Johnson's resigned as the leader of the British Conservative Party, but will remain on as British Prime Minister until a replacement is elected.