The Government Chief whip has hit back at detractors of Leo Varadkar – saying his popularity in the Fine Gael leadership race is simply due to his impressive attention to detail.
There’s been criticism from the Simon Coveney camp about the level of support the Social Protection Minister received from the parliamentary party within hours of Enda Kenny stepping aside.
Tonight will see the final husting take place – with the new leader set to be declared on Friday.
Regina Doherty says she believes it’ll be two to one in favour of Varadkar.
Former Fine Gael Justice Minister Nora Owen says the man set to become Taoiseach is unlikely to call a snap election this year.
She says Leo Varadkar will set out his stall in this autumn’s budget first.
