The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Jim Gavin drops out of Áras race

Irish Examiner acting political editor Paul Hosford joins Deirdre O'Shaughnessy to discuss what led up to Jim Gavin's decision to drop out; the pressure on candidates in the political race; and the repercussions for Fianna Fáil

Jim Gavin's announcement late on Sunday followed reports that he had failed to repay more than €3,000 paid to him by a former tenant in error.

Presidential hopeful Jim Gavin's sensational decision to drop out of the election has shocked the country.

Mr Gavin's announcement late on Sunday followed reports that he had failed to repay more than €3,000 paid to him by a former tenant in error.