Santa Claus cleared to enter Irish airspace on Christmas Eve

Santa Claus has been granted clearance to enter Irish airspace on Christmas Eve, Ireland's Transport Minister Shane Ross has said. He went on to say, "I have been informed that a large, jolly man on a low-flying sleigh, assisted by reindeer and perhaps some elves, will be entering Irish air space tomorrow evening. I would therefore encourage all children to be safety tucked up in their beds as early as possible to ensure Santa and his reindeer can go about their work successfully."

Mr Ross also said he was happy to confirm that Ireland's stock of milk and mince pies, as well as carrots for the reindeer, have been topped up.