Varadkar warns of confusion on 'green-list' debate

Handout photo issued by Julien Behal of Taoiseach Leo Varadkar during a briefing in the Government Buildings in Dublin.

Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has triggered surprise by suggesting that the long-awaited 'green list' on safe countries to visit might be scrapped, if the blueprint for travel throws up mixed messages.

His comments come as the Cabinet tonight is expected to debate the list, with possibly as many as 12 countries being deemed safe for travellers to visit.