Garda Sean Patterson gave evidence of having served a book of evidence on the accused.

Sean McKiernan said following Fine Gael's "strongest vote" getting 5 out of 13 seats in the last European elections, the party has the most to prove this time around.

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'