Paschal Donohoe admits he thought about not running in last year's general election

The former finance minister, who is leaving Government to take up a role with the World Bank, said he and Tánaiste Simon Harris had 'always had an understanding and an appreciation that a moment may arise that I could leave'

Paschal Donohoe speaking at a press conference at Government Buildings after announcing he to leave his role in Government and take up a position with the World Bank. 

Former finance minister Paschal Donohoe has admitted he considered not running in last year's general election.

Mr Donohoe announced on Tuesday he would leave Government to take up a role with the World Bank from next week. He will step down as a TD for Dublin Central.