The Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment Denis Naughten has been injured in a road collision in Co Roscommon.
It is believed Mr Naughten was cycling with his wife earlier this afternoon when he was hit by a car.
He sustained back injuries and was taken to Portiuncula Hospital in Galway by ambulance.
His injuries are not thought to be severe. Ms Naughten was uninjured.
Gardaí are investigating the incident.