A new leader of the Fine Gael party is expected to emerge tomorrow afternoon.
A parliamentary party meeting is scheduled for 11 a.m. and the result of the party vote will be announced afterwards.
Michael Noonan (left) and Jim Mitchell
who both challenged John Bruton |
Mr Michael Noonan, Mr Jim Mitchell, Mr Enda Kenny and Mr Bernard Allen are contesting the leadership after a vote of no confidence ousted former taoiseach Mr John Bruton last week.
Mr Noonan, one of those involved in the challenge against Mr Bruton, is tipped to win the vote.