Riders ready to saddle up for Horse Show

Minister of State for Tourism and Sport Michael Ring was still in the saddle when he launched the 141st show in the RDS, Dublin, yesterday.

It was just after midday and Mr Ring was delighted to have been left where he was in the Government reshuffle.

“It’s a great job. I love tourism and sport. Tourism figures have increased since the day I came into office, but I have also worked hard at getting them to where they are now,” he said.