IRISH politicians have expressed their deepest sympathies to everyone affected by the Grenfell Tower fire in London.
President Michael D. Higgins said the Republic's citizens were thinking of those hurt or grieving in the blaze at the west London tower block.
"May I offer my heartfelt sympathy and that of the people of Ireland to the families of those who have lost their lives, as well as to those injured and affected by this dreadful tragedy," he said.
"Our thoughts are with all those who are grieving or suffering at this sad time.
"I have asked to be kept informed as further details emerge.
"I will be writing to the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, to convey the sympathy and support of the Irish people."
New Taoiseach Leo Vardakar spoke to British Prime Minister Theresa May yesterday to pass on the sympathies of the Irish people following the fire.
"The United Kingdom has been through some dreadful and terrible tragedies in the past few weeks, and to them, on behalf of this House, we offer our sympathies, solidarity and support," he said.
The Republic's Department of Foreign Affairs said yesterday it had no confirmation that any Irish citizens had been caught up in the blaze.
