Catherine Ardagh appointed junior justice minister in Irish government reshuffle (thejournal.ie)

• Catherine Ardagh (FF) named junior justice minister, replacing Niall Collins.
• Niall Collins moves to Department of Agriculture, taking Michael Healy-Rae's former role.
• Healy-Rae resigned after fuel protests, citing government neglect of rural Ireland.

"Fianna Fáil TD Catherine Ardagh has been appointed Minister of State at the Department of Justice, replacing Niall Collins, who moves to the Department of Agriculture. Collins fills the role vacated by Michael Healy-Rae, who resigned after fuel protests. Ardagh, a qualified solicitor and former senator, was elected to the Dáil in 2024. The Taoiseach announced the changes, citing Ardagh's legal and campaigning experience."