Joe O'Brien considering Green leadership bid as TDs rule out replacing Eamon Ryan

While she ruled out running for the leadership, Ms Martin confirmed that she would be contesting the next general election

Junior minister Joe O'Brien (right) did not rule out a tilt at the Green Party leadership however, Cathering Martin has ruled out replacing Eamon Ryan.

Media Minister Catherine Martin has ruled herself out of running for the Green Party leadership and will step down as deputy leader of the party.

In a post on Instagram paying tribute to Eamon Ryan, Ms Martin said that her current focus is on her ministerial portfolio.