'I see my future within Irish politics': Donohoe again rules himself out of running for top EU post

The Eurogroup of Finance Ministers — which the finance minister chairs — has failed to find a replacement for the outgoing MD of the European Stability Mechanism 

Paschal Donohoe: 'I see my future within Irish politics, and I hope I can have the opportunity to continue to serve but it's not a decision for me to make.' Picture: Moya Nolan

The finance minister has reiterated that he is not in the running for a top European job and is committed to his role in Irish politics.

Speculation has mounted in recent days about Paschal Donohoe's future as the Eurogroup of Finance Ministers — which Mr Donohoe chairs — has failed to find a replacement for the outgoing managing director of the European Stability Mechanism (ESM).