Taoisech Enda Kenny and junior minister Michael Ring. Photo: Alison Laredo

New junior ministry for Ring

WESTPORT Fine Gael Deputy Michael Ring has received a new junior ministerial appointment in the government.

Ring was named as junior minister for regional economic development this afternoon.

Taoiseach Enda Kenny announced the ministries in the Dáil this evening after their appointments were approved by the Cabinet.

Ring was Minister of State for tourism, transport and sport in the last government.