Leo Varadkar's partner 'delighted' with Taoiseach's decision to step down

Mr Varadkar announced his resignation as Fine Gael leader and Taoiseach in an emotional speech on Wednesday 

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and his partner Dr Matt Barrett walk in the St Patrick's Day parade on 5th Avenue in New York City in 2018. File picture: Niall Carson/PA Wire

Leo Varadkar has said his partner is "delighted" following his shock decision to step down as Fine Gael leader and Taoiseach.

Mr Varadkar announced his resignation as leader in an emotional speech on Wednesday.