Leo Varadkar rejects claims of failed leadership after refusing to share view on abortion

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has rejected claims he is failing to show leadership by refusing to explain his view on the abortion referendum, insisting "having listened, I will lead", writes Fiachra Ó Cionnaith in Strasbourg.

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has rejected claims he is failing to show leadership by refusing to explain his view on the abortion referendum, insisting "having listened, I will lead", writes Fiachra Ó Cionnaith in Strasbourg.

Mr Varadkar said there is no reason for him to explain his opinions until at least next month, despite growing criticism by opposition parties over his failure to confirm where he stands on the issue.