Deasy criticises FG in magazine interview

DESPITE a humbling apology to his party leader yesterday, Fine Gael justice spokesman John Deasy looks set for further controversy today after criticising his party in a hard-hitting magazine interview.

Mr Deasy yesterday issued a short statement outlining his regrets after he defied his Fine Gael party colleagues by voting with the Government on Wednesday.

"I regret how the events of yesterday occurred and have pledged to continue to work diligently with my Oireachtas colleagues in the interests of Fine Gael. I wish to confirm again my full support for Enda Kenny in his leadership and work on behalf of Fine Gael," he said.