Pressure mounted on him after it was revealed he received a drink drive ban four years ago.
He apologised for the incident but later strongly denied allegations that he tried to evade gardaí at the time and sought to have the Garda pulse record corrected.
Earlier today the Dáil voted down a proposal to have him address questions on the ban.
But tonight just before nine o'clock Taoiseach MIcheal Martin announced he was sacking him.
GP Shortages in Wicklow AS Patients Struggle for Access During Flu Season
County Wicklow faces a shortage of GPs, leaving residents — especially in Blessington — with limited access to care. Rising flu cases are adding pressure, highlighting the urgent need for more doctors and better support for existing practices.
Wicklow Added to Status Orange Wind Alert from 7am Tuesday
Duvet Day anyone?
World Class Brittas Bay Golf Links Set To Close For 18-Month Long Renovation
The European Club owners, father and son duo Raymond and Nicky Conlan, have confirmed that they are planning to transform the renowned seaside course into one of Ireland’s premier golf destinations.
Wicklow TD Champions ‘Shop Local’ Push For A Festive Boost
“Shop Local in Wicklow this Christmas,” urges Fine Gael Deputy Edward Timmins
Gifted Stitches A Future Plan For Wicklow's World-Record Knitted Map
The woolly map of Ireland will be on show at the Craft and Design Fair at the RDS this wekend.
8:00pm - 10:00pm
Love Songs on the Coast
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