ieExplains: Path clear for Simon Harris to become Taoiseach. Here's what happens next

If no other names are put forward to contest the leadership election, Mr Harris will be deemed elected as leader of Fine Gael at 1pm on Monday — when nominations close

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and his potential successor, Simon Harris. File picture: Gareth Chaney/ Collins 

After a tumultuous 24 hours in Irish politics, the result is now clear: Simon Harris will be Ireland’s next Taoiseach.

With no other candidates in the running to replace Leo Varadkar, who dramatically stepped down on Wednesday, Mr Harris has a clear path to walk to the Taoiseach’s office.