Fianna Fáil TD Malcolm Byrne arrested on suspicion of drink driving

Malcolm Byrne was stopped by gardaí in Dublin City centre at around 5am on Thursday morning, where he was asked to take a breathalyser test
Malcolm Byrne outside Leinster House, Dublin. Picture: Sam Boal/Collins Photos

Malcolm Byrne outside Leinster House, Dublin. Picture: Sam Boal/Collins Photos

Mon, 01 Jun, 2026 - 15:14
Elaine Loughlin

Fianna Fáil will consider “any developments” in relation to a party TD arrested on suspicion of drink driving in recent days.

Malcolm Byrne was stopped by gardaí in Dublin City centre at around 5am on Thursday morning, where he was asked to take a breathalyser test.

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