‘Trust’ at the heart of cabinet choices, says Leo Varadkar

Fine Gael leader and taoiseach-elect Leo Varadkar has said “trust” will at the heart of his considerations as he selects his cabinet ministers next Wednesday.

He said if elected taoiseach next week as expected, “the cabinet will be appointed by me on the basis of what’s best for the country”.

Mr Varadkar said he is also considering a radical shake-up of departments.