Michael Healy-Rae removed from Citizens' Information Board

Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae has been removed from the governing body of the Citizens' Information Board, according to a report on the RTE website.

Minister for Social Protection Joan Burton enacted the terms of the Comhairle Act 2000, which gives the minister power to remove people from state boards, to force the deputy's removal.

The Kerry South TD had been receiving an €5,985 a year for the position, in addition to his Dáil salary of around €92,000.