Michael Ring turned down two junior ministries from new Taoiseach Simon Harris

Mr Ring said he turned down the roles because he could not yet give a commitment he would run in the next election

Michael Ring declined to say which offices he was offered, but said neither had spending power so he declined to take up the new Taoiseach's offer. Picture: Eamonn Farell/RollingNews.ie

Former rural affairs minister Michael Ring said he turned down two junior ministries from new Taoiseach Simon Harris.

Mr Harris on Wednesday filled out his junior ministerial ranks, promoting Emer Higgins, Alan Dillon and Colm Burke, but Mayo TD Mr Ring said he rejected the chance to join them.