Joan Burton says it is better if the UK stays within the EU

The Tánaiste says it's in the best interests of Britain and Ireland for the UK to stay within the EU.

Joan Burton's comments come as European leaders meet in Brussels to discuss Britain's renegotiation of its relationship with the European Union.

Agreement on the proposal would pave the way for an in-out referendum which would likely take place in June.

Tánaiste Joan Burton says it's important for Ireland that Britain stays within the EU;