Lisa said she had “thought long and hard” about making the announcement, but felt the time was right to address the situation publicly. She said her main priority throughout the difficult period had been ensuring her children felt “loved, safe, secure and supported”. “Making sure they feel loved, safe, secure and supported through all of this has been, and always will be, my absolute priority.” Lisa, who has built a successful career as one of Ireland's best-known country music performers, said she would not be discussing the circumstances surrounding the separation. Lisa said her attention now remained firmly on her children, as well as continuing with the career she loves.