Nominations have closed for the Fine Gael leadership contest with Simon Harris set to be confirmed as leader.It is understood that the further and higher education minister is the only candidate.This paves the way for Mr Harris to become Ireland's youngest premier following the shock resignation of Leo Varadkar.

Nominations have closed for the Fine Gael leadership contest with Simon Harris set to be confirmed as leader.It is understood that the further and higher education minister is the only candidate.This paves the way for Mr Harris to become Ireland's youngest premier following the shock resignation of Leo Varadkar.