Enda Kenny indicates time frame for stepping down as Fine Gael leader

The Taoiseach’s hinted he may announce plans to step down as Fine Gael leader this week.
Enda Kenny was expected to make the announcement on Wednesday – sparking a leadership contest, and a parliamentary party vote on June 7th.
But that was thrown into doubt when it was confirmed he’ll be away on a trade mission to three US cities in the first week of June.
But in a speech today Mr Kenny hinted he may only visit Chicago – allowing him to return early for the vote:

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