Shock as 'trailblazer' Heather Humphreys won't contest general election; Helen McEntee new Fine Gael deputy leader
Briefly

"I have been a public representative for the past 21 years, as a Councillor, TD and Minister. I have been fortunate to serve in Cabinet for over 10 years across a range of different ministries. Whether it was leading the 2016 Commemorations; supporting businesses through the Covid-19 pandemic; enacting legislation for Auto Enrolment and Pay Related Benefit; rolling out Hot Meals to all Primary schools or supporting our rural communities, I have always enjoyed the job and I have always looked forward to coming to work every day."
"Politicians are human too; we give all we can for as long as we can but time catches up on us all. As I get older, my health and energy levels are not what they were and I know going forward that I would not be able to give the job the time and commitment it deserves."
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