Minister doubles as proud uncle to review the troops

On the double and seeing double: That was the order of the day as a proud uncle, who just happens to be the junior defence minister, watched his niece on a passing out parade for potential non-commissioned officers (NCOs).

Her twin sister, who is already a bit of a celebrity in the army, looked on.

Minister Paul Kehoe reviewed the parade of 37 at Collins Barracks, Cork, yesterday, which included niece Shelley Kehoe, a member of the All-Ireland-winning Wexford camogie team.