Junior ministers selected by ‘personalities and geography’

Former junior ministers have spoken of the confusing nature of serving in Government and of the challenges faced by ministers of state when in their posts.

Former minister for European affairs Lucinda Creighton yesterday criticised the junior ministerial reshuffle made by Taoiseach Enda Kenny last week.

Ms Creighton said the present system for junior ministers was “completely wrong”, where they were paired off with senior ministers and there was competition between parties.