However, the Minister is refusing to say if he agrees with his party leader backtracking on Jones' "send the Mexicans home" comment.

“I bear no malice to any Latin American, I’ve had some of the most exciting nocturnal experiences with the Latin American people,” he said.

“In the event I see the Mexican ambassador, who’s a valued member of the diplomatic community, I’ll share a shot of tequila.”

Unbelievable.