The Tánaiste Joan Burton has made a statement to gardaí following last weekend's anti-water charges protest in Dublin.

She met detectives for up to an hour in her office in Leinster House, at their request.

The Minister for Social Protection was trapped in her car for over two hours, while a water balloon was also hurled at her.

This morning, Shane Coleman was joined by the Tánaiste, who spoke yesterday about the need for the conservation of water.

She also talked to Shane about the protest which took place in Jobstown.

The Tánaiste was slightly injured in the incident, but says "I was straight back to work."

"I got a bad bang on the back of my neck. I was more concerned for the graduates who were dressed up in their gowns. They were their celebrating a big achievement."

On Paul Murphy's involvement and his continuing protests, she commented: "I don't think Deputy Murphy's agenda is particularly about water."

You can listen to the full interview here:

The Tánaiste also stated that she thought they had a very good fair system: