Positive outlook as Michael Noonan ‘recovers well’ from cancer

Finance Minister Michael Noonan has revealed he is recovering well from cancer and intends to stand again in the general election unless his health deteriorates.

The Limerick TD was diagnosed with a sarcoma on his right arm last February and had to undergo surgery and radiotherapy.

The minister said his doctor, the former Olympic swimmer Gary O’Toole, had recommended he took to the water to restore lost muscle, rather than have physiotherapy.