Former Sinn Féin TD's partner fails to appear in court as he is 'homeless in Longford'

Last month, Deputy Violet-Anne Wynne said that she and her six children were homeless

John Mountaine (pictured) faces seven alleged offences under the Road Traffic Act, including allegedly driving with no insurance and driving without a licence. File photo

The partner of former Sinn Féin TD, Violet-Anne Wynne, John Mountaine was a 'no show' in court today as he is currently homeless and living in Co Longford.

At Kilrush District Court, solicitor for Mr Mountaine, Patrick Moylan told Judge Mary Larkin of Mr Mountaine's whereabouts when explaining why he wasn't in court to face seven alleged offences under the Road Traffic Act, including allegedly driving with no insurance and driving without a licence last October.