The Taoiseach says new tracing legislation for those affected by illegal adoption will be advanced as a priority.
His comments come after an RTÉ Investigates programme revealed thousands of Irish babies were illegally adopted over several decades, with many unaware they had been adopted.
Micheal Martin told his parliamentary party last night the issue is shocking, and government will work to ensure those affected are helped and supported.
Keith Grace, Karol Sadlier, Ceola and Carron announced as the station's A New Local Hero finalists
With Irish Music Month underway, the good news is continuing to roll in for rising stars across the nation, with more than eighty artists being named as local finalists in the national search for A New Local Hero over the coming weeks. Here are Sunshine 106.8's four picks: Keith Grace, Karol Sadlier, Ceola and Carron.
Andrea Hayes talks with Brian Redmond from RTE One's Dancing with the Stars Show
Pat Shortt in conversation with Sunshine 106.8's Joe Harrington
