Helen McEntee denies she is missing in action on Barry Cowen issue

Minister for Justice Helen McEntee came under criticism from Labour Party leader Alan Kelly. Photo: Julien Behal/PA Wire

Justice Minister Helen McEntee has denied that she has been missing in action during the Barry Cowen affair. 

Ms McEntee said that criticism from Labour Party leader Alan Kelly is unfair and that she feels the sacking of Mr Cowen is "an issue which has been dealt with".