Helen McEntee shares first picture of her newborn son

The couple have named their son Michael Shane, in memory of Ms McEntee's late father who was also a Fine Gael TD and Minister.

Helen McEntee with her baby son, Micheal Shane

Justice Minister Helen McEntee has shared a first snap of her son and has thanked those who sent well-wishes following the birth last week.

Ms McEntee and her husband Paul Hickey welcomed their first child this day last week, just hours after her final ministerial engagement.