YOUR report (February 24) citing a senior garda source describing Trevor Sargent’s actions as “stupid” hit the nail on the head – his poor judgment in Government has been evident for several years.

Delegates at the Green Party Convention have rejected a motion calling for a special debate next year about their continued future in Government.

Communications Minister Eamon Ryan tonight said he hoped Green Party ministers would not be affected by a Cabinet reshuffle by Taoiseach-in-waiting Brian Cowen next month.