Taoiseach praises outgoing Jim Daly: 'I always admired his directness, his capacity for independent thought'

The Cork West TD confirmed he's leaving politics as he was finding it "increasingly difficult" to balance his work with his family life.

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has paid tribute to Minister Jim Daly following the Cork South West TD's decision to retire from politics.

Mr Daly looks set to remain at his post as junior health minister despite his intention not to seek re-election.