Taoiseach 'disappointed' over Cowen driving ban

The Taoiseach has said he is disappointed that he only found out yesterday about a driving ban served by Minister for Agriculture Barry Cowen four years ago.

Micheál Martin said he has spoken to Mr Cowen, who has said he is "profoundly sorry" about the drink-driving incident. The Irish Independent reported that Mr Cowen served a three-month disqualification from driving in 2016. He was stopped at a checkpoint and breathalysed on his way home to Offaly from Dublin after the All-Ireland football final."I have spoken to Minister Cowen and I accept that his remorse about this incident is genuine," the Taoiseach said.Party unease spells early trouble for Micheál Martin

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