Businesses praise Leo Varadkar’s leadership during Covid and Brexit ‘crises’ after shock resignation

Businesses have paid tribute to Leo Varadkar after he announced his resignation as Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader on Wednesday.

Trade groups hailed Varadkar’s record when it came to directing the country through numerous crises over recent years, after the shock news that he will step down in the coming months.

He also received praise for his commitment to social, cultural and diversity issues, which industry figures said helped make Ireland a more attractive place ...