Varadkar's comments on Covid vaccine spark confusion

Tánaiste Leo Varadkar during a tour of the K-Leisure facility in Naas Co Kildare earier today. Picture: Niall Carson/PA Wire

Confusion abounded in the Government last night after Tánaiste Leo Varadkar said he is optimistic that Ireland can begin vaccinating against Covid-19 in the new year.

After weeks in which the Government has been criticised for its messaging on Covid-19, Mr Varadkar made a surprising announcement on vaccinations in Ireland.