Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein)

The Taoiseach is stating that Ministers have two different lives; they can divorce political commentary in their respective constituencies from their role as Ministers. I find the answer incredible. The code of ethics and conduct that applies to Ministers must be in effect at all times with regard to their holding an office. There cannot be a relaxation to the point that they can publicly - in an interview with the media - falsely accuse an innocent party who happens to be a candidate for election at the same time as the Minister. That is an outrageous claim on the part of the Taoiseach.

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