Leo Varadkar backs Simon Coveney's water stance

Social Protection Minister Leo Varadkar has backed Housing Minister Simon Coveney in refusing to consider illegal legislation in relation to water charges.

Leaders’ Questions yesterday were dominated by comments made by Mr Coveney to the Irish Examiner on Wednesday in which he said he would defy the wishes of the Oireachtas Water committee.

Mr Coveney said he would only consider legislation that complies with advice from the Attorney General and does not expose the State to fines from Europe.