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Simon Harris Named Fine Gael Leader, Set To Become Taoiseach

Simon Harris named new leader of Fine Gael, set to become youngest Taoiseach in Irish history at 37, succeeding Leo Varadkar.

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Simon Harris to become Ireland’s youngest prime minister

Higher education minister will become taoiseach in April after shock resignation of Leo Varadkar

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Shy, complex and a political outsider: Leo Varadkar confounded the Brexiters – and everyone else

He lacked the gifts to succeed in the bearpit of Irish politics, yet did. And he escapes the battle that looms for his successor, says journalist Tommie Gorman

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Leo Varadkar: he stood firm against Brexit’s threat

Editorial: Ireland’s taoiseach resigned because his political touch is weakening. But he deserves Britain’s gratitude

The Guardian - UK

Simon Harris confirms he will run for Irish PM as party rushes to back him

Nearly half of Fine Gael parliamentary party endorses 37-year-old as string of potential rivals rule themselves out

The Guardian - UK

Why has Leo Varadkar suddenly resigned as Irish prime minister?

A disastrous referendum result on modernising definitions of ‘family’ and women’s roles was a major factor.

Al Jazeera

Irish PM Resignation: What Happens Next?

Leo Varadkar's announcement that he is stepping down as Ireland's prime minister has triggered a leadership contest in his Fine Gael party.

International Business Times

Varadkar: Harsh Political Reality Brings Down 'Zeitgeist' Irish Leader

Mixed-race and openly gay, Leo Varadkar captured the spirit of a liberalising Ireland when he became prime minister at just 38 years old, but shifting sentiments and disastrous recent referendums have ended his dream.

International Business Times

Leo Varadkar: Irish leader caps off legacy of firsts with shock departure

First gay taoiseach, who won social-reform victories and proved wily amid Brexit, faced uncertain future

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Irish PM Leo Varadkar Announces Shock Resignation

Leo Varadkar on Wednesday announced that he was stepping down as Ireland's prime minister and leader of the Fine Gael party in the governing coalition, citing "personal and political" reasons.

WEKU

Ireland's prime minister, Leo Varadkar, has resigned

Leo Varadkar announced he will step down as taoiseach, or prime minister, within weeks as soon as his Fine Gael party chooses a successor.

Al Jazeera

Ireland’s PM Leo Varadkar announces resignation

Varadkar says the reasons for him stepping down as the leader of the governing Fine Gael party are ‘mainly political’.

Evening Standard

Leo Varadkar to step down as Irish prime minister and party leader

Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar is to stand down from the position and will step down as Fine Gael party leader.

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The Guardian - UK

John Bruton obituary

Irish taoiseach who helped pave the way for the Good Friday Agreement and laid the foundations for economic growth

The Independent UK

Irish police trawl thousands of hours of CCTV footage in probe into Dublin riots

Justice Minister Helen McEntee has insisted she will not resign following criticism of the police response to Thursday’s violence.

The Independent UK

Garda have ‘all resources necessary’ to keep people safe following Dublin riots

Ireland’s Justice Minister Helen McEntee has dismissed a call for her resignation and pledged there would be further arrests following violence.

The Guardian - UK

Sinn Féin’s rising tally of lawsuits fuels fears it is trying to stifle scrutiny

The Irish PM has accused the party of trying to take away democracy through threats as press freedom organisations raise concerns

The Independent UK

Micheal Martin: I want to make a difference and continue to have an impact

The Fianna Fail chief said he will lead his party into the next general election and would like to serve in another government.

The Independent UK

Tax break for landlords will ultimately benefit renters, says Varadkar

The Taoiseach has defended the 14 billion euro budget package unveiled by his Government on Tuesday.

The Independent UK

Sinn Fein policies ‘incompatible’ with Fianna Fail – Martin

The Fianna Fail leader said his party will go into the next election with it’s own manifesto and policies.

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