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Speaking from Brussels at an EU summit, the taoiseach, who will remain the acting leader of the government until his replacement is chosen, told the media Barrett did not enjoy a life in politics

Taoiseach made the comments in interviews with media in Brussels today. Varadkar became Ireland's first openly gay prime minister in 2017Leo Varadkar's announcement that he is stepping down as Ireland's prime minister has 'delighted' his husband Matthew Barrett, the politician said today.

He said the reality of his resignation has not yet 'really sunk in', and that the myriad responsibilities of the role means he is yet to discuss the decision with his family. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge meet with the Taoiseach of Ireland Leo Varadkar at Government buildings in Dublin, IrelandIn a resignation speech yesterday, Varadkar described his work in politics as 'the most fulfilling time in my life', but recognised the time had come to leave because 'a new taoiseach and a new leader will be better placed than me' to lead the country forward.

'There is never a ''right time'' to resign high office. However, this is as good a time as any - Budget 2024 is done, and negotiations have not yet commenced on the next one,' Varadkar said. By midday on Thursday, the 37-year-old had secured endorsements from more than 20 party members including Fine Gael ministers, MPs and members of the European Parliament.Several Fine Gael cabinet ministers and MPs insist a leadership contest would be good for the party.

 

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