'I have not tried to conceal anything': Robert Troy steps down after a torrid 10 days 

Dara Calleary is mentioned as a replacement as junior minister resigns due to omissions in his declaration of interests

Robert Troy stepped down as a junior minister after being mired in controversy over his failure to declare details of his property interests. File picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins

Robert Troy has resigned as minister of state for trade regulation after being dogged by controversy over his failure to declare details of his property interests.

Mr Troy confirmed his resignation in a statement late on Wednesday night.