Taoiseach accepts resignation "with regret"

A spokesperson for the Taoiseach has said Micheal Martin has accepted the resignation of Minister of State Robert Troy with regret.

The statement said:

"Robert has been a very committed, hardworking and efficient Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment, in particular working with SMEs and preparing legislative reforms for the PIAB.

"The Minister clearly acknowledged that he made serious errors in relation to his declarations to the Register of Member’ Interests, and he sincerely apologised for this.

"Since his election to Dáil Éireann, his commitment to his constituents and dedication to his work has been beyond question."

See Robert Troy's full statement here