During a debate on his Tonight with Vincent Browne programme the touchy subject of Irish Water cropped up.

Browne was listening to Fine Gael’s acting Minister for Skills, Research and Innovation Damien English, who backed the idea of a single utility to oversee water, when he took aim at the former Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government Phil Hogan.

It was at this point the host couldn’t help but drop the f-bomb live on TV to the amusement of his guests.

* Video: TV3

Classic Vincent!

A clearly embarrassed Browne then tried to explain his outburst by saying, "I’m sorry, I’ve been off for a few weeks".

It’s good to have him back.

H/T: BreakingNews.ie