The Taoiseach says he would be breaking the law if he engaged with the Department of Finance about what they have or have not provided to the inquiry into write-offs at the Irish Bank Resolution Corporation (IBRC).

Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin is accusing Enda Kenny of using Chinese walls to deflect from the situation.

The Department has provided un-redacted documentation in relation to the sale of Siteserv and other write-downs at the former bank, but has also noted the documents are covered by confidentiality and privilege.

Enda Kenny told Deputy Martin he cannot interfere in the situation because to do so would be against the law:

"You are asking me to engage with the Department of Finance to find out answers to questions that you are asking me, that is prohibited under the commission of investigation."