Justice Minister Helen McEntee has given birth to a baby boy.
She made history by becoming the first sitting minister to take maternity leave when she left work for 6 months on Tuesday.
Minister Heather Humphreys has taken over the portfolio on a temporary basis.
29C Highs In Wicklow With Temperature Warning From Tomorrow
The hosepipe ban remains in place for another two weeks amid this latest hot spell.
Wicklow Wexford TD Wants To Create A "Tobacco-Free Generation"
Suspicious Device Prompts Security Alert In Co. Kildare
Motorists travelling between Kilcullen and West Wicklow may be impacted.
Patients Urged Not To Attend GP Practice In Bray Amid Suspension Order
The Medical Council has issue a strong warning regarding Dr Regine Grah, who is suspended from the Medical Register by order of the High Court.
Anti-social Behaviour In Bray Raised With Justice Minister
Wicklow TD Edward Timmins contacted Minister Jim O'Callaghan as residents in the Boghall Road area report ongoing problems.
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