Tanaiste Micheál Martin says he has spoken to Simon Harris about his choice.

Mr Allen (79) served as a Minister of State and as chairman of the Public Accounts Committee

In first meeting with Harris, heads of Bank of Ireland, AIB and PTSB expected to say they were among the slowest in Europe to increase rates on foot...

Tánaiste Micheál Martin ordered review on the issue, with information previously held only at brigade level

Minister for Defence Micheál Martin also said there would be a review into the administration of discipline around such cases.

Taoiseach Simon Harris has welcomed the move.

Threat was made by an individual who phoned a Samaritans helpline

The cost of removing tents has cost over €125,000 to date.

Simon Harris will confirm the appointment at Cabinet today.

Simon Harris also said he looks forward to meeting with GAA President Jarlath Burns and Director General Tom Ryan.