Enda Kenny steps down as Irish Prime Minister

Enda Kenny announced his resignation as leader of the Finna Gael party, effective from midnight on May 17, 2017. His tenure as Prime Minister is noted for economic recovery and international image improvement, but also faced criticism for handling controversies and inquiries. The political landscape is challenged by Brexit and potential instability due to the opposition's ability to trigger a snap election. Welfare Minister Leo Varadkar and Housing Minister Simon Coveney are frontrunners in the upcoming leadership contest.

What challenges will the next Prime Minister inherit regarding Brexit?

Who is tipped as a possible successor to the Prime Minister?