Varadkar first to confirm running to become next leader of Fine Gael

Latest: Leo Varadkar has become the first person to confirm he'll be in the running to become the next leader of Fine Gael when a contest begins.

Update: Leo Varadkar has become the first person to confirm he'll be in the running to become the next leader of Fine Gael when a contest begins.

The Social Protection Minister is one of the favourites to replace Enda Kenny.