Leo Varadkar: My private life should not be an issue in Fine Gael leadership contest

Leo Varadkar has said his personal and family life should not be an “issue” in the Fine Gael leadership campaign.

Mr Vardakar has also signalled that he would not call a snap election if chosen as the next leader as it would not be in “anyone’s interest”.

Fellow front-runner Simon Coveney yesterday said his focus is on his work as Housing Minister and he would not be “distracted” by the leadership race.