Fine Gael Deputy John Deasy has apologised to leader Enda Kenny for voting against the party in the Dáil yesterday.
"I have today tendered my sincere apologies to my Party Leader, Enda Kenny, TD, for the embarrassment my vote in the Dáil caused yesterday. I have offered him my unconditional support in his work on behalf of Fine Gael," he said.
"I regret how the events of yesterday occurred and have pledged to continue to work diligently with my Oireachtas colleagues in the interests of Fine Gael.