Independent TD has 'an open mind' on ministerial post in talks with Leo Varadkar

An opposition Independent TD whose ongoing support is crucial to Leo Varadkar becoming taoiseach next week has said he has an "open mind" to potentially being offered a junior or full ministerial role in return for his help, writes Fiachra Ó Cionnaith of the Irish Examiner.

Unaligned Independent for Clare Dr Michael Harty made the comment despite joking Mr Varadkar may not have any "spare" positions available due to the fact he "campaigned very well" in the recent Fine Gael leadership campaign and as such must reward party colleagues.