Leo Varadkar, TD

Speaking at the meeting of the Fine Gael Dublin West Constituency Organisation this evening, former Taoiseach Deputy Leo Varadkar confirmed that he would not seek a nomination to contest the next General Election. The Convention to select a candidate or candidates to run for Fine Gael in Dublin West is scheduled for mid-September. 

 Yesterday, I resigned from the office of Taoiseach by placing my resignation in the hands of the President, pursuant to the Constitution. I have had the privilege to serve for the past 20 years as a public representative, 13 as a member of Cabinet, seven as leader of my Party, as Taoiseach, Tánaiste and Taoiseach again. It's been the most fulfilling and rewarding time of my life.  Today is the beginning of a new era for my Party, a new chapter in my life and a new phase for the coalition Government.

Commissioner, Oireachtas members, former Oireachtas members, councillors, members of executive council, delegates, and friends. Fáilte chuig Ollscoil na Gallimhe agus a 82ú Ard Fheis Fhine Gael. Delegates, this is my fourteenth Ard Fheis and the last that at which I will speak to you as Taoiseach and Party President. I want to take this opportunity to thank you all for your loyalty, your hard work, your support, and your friendship for the 7 years I spent as Party Leader and 13 years in Government. 

White House St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Ceremony and Reception

Thank you, Mary Rose. President, Council Members, Chamber members, staff, distinguished guests, good evening.

This morning, I was devasted to learn that John Bruton had passed away.  John was one of the reasons I became involved in politics and joined Fine Gael. 

Statement by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar during the confidence motion in the Minister for Justice.

Yesterday our country experienced two terrible attacks – the first an attack on innocent children, the second an attack on our society and the rule of law.  Each attack brought shame to our society, disgrace to those involved, and incredible pain to all those caught up in the violence.