Eamon Ryan’s resignation will not destabilise Government, says Harris

Eamon Ryan’s resignation as Green Party leader will not destabilise the coalition Government nor change the timing of the next general election, the Taoiseach and Tanaiste have said.

The Environment Minister’s announcement that he will step down as party has prompted speculation of an early general election.

However, Simon Harris, the Taoiseach, moved to end the speculation, saying Mr Ryan’s decision does not “alter” plans to have the Government serve its full term.

Mr Ryan made the shock announcement on Tuesday, but will remain in place until his party elects his successor.

Minister for Children Roderic O’Gorman announced plans to run in the leadership contest, and he will be joined by Minister of State Pippa Hackett.

Speaking in Clones, County Monaghan, Mr Harris described his Government partner as a politician of “real substance that has made a lasting…

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