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The Journal
29-05-2025
- Business
- The Journal
Former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to be ‘honest and frank' in memoir set for release in September
FORMER TAOISEACH LEO Varadkar is set to release a memoir in September titled Speaking My Mind. In a post to social media, Varadkar remarked that the book is 'both personal and political' and that he hopes to 'give new insights' into his time in government. Varadkar was a TD for the Dublin West constituency from 2007 to 2024 and served as Taoiseach from 2017 to 2020, and again from 2022 until his shock resignation last year. He also served as minister across several portfolios. Last March, he announced his intention to step down as Taoiseach and remarked: 'After seven years in office, I am no longer the best person for that job.' Advertisement He added: 'I have nothing else lined up or in mind. No definite personal or political plans, but I am looking forward to having the time to think about them.' And in July, Varadkar then confirmed that he wouldn't stand in the upcoming 2024 general election. He remarked that the 'time has come to explore new options and opportunities' and that he never viewed himself as a 'career politician'. In the time since, Varadkar was named as a guest lecturer on public leadership as part of a new role as 'Hauser Leader' at Harvard University's Kennedy School Centre. He also landed a role with international public relations company Penta Group as a member of its Global Advisory Board and went to South Africa with former special forces soldier Ray Goggins to test his extreme outdoor expedition skills. Speaking on his upcoming book – due for release on 11 September – Varadkar said he has 'tried to be honest and frank, including mistakes and regrets as well as triumphs'. Varadkar added that he served in government 'at one of the most interesting periods in history – the aftermath of the economic crash, Brexit , transformative referendums and the pandemic .' Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
BBC News
24-03-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Leo Varadkar to take up role with Washington based Penta Group
The former Taoiseach (Irish PM) Leo Varadkar is taking up a new role with a public relations Washington based Penta Group has announced the appointment of Mr Varadkar to its global advisory will join the company next on his appointment, Varadkar said: "In today's rapidly evolving world, integrating data and evidence into decision-making is more critical than ever." The company, which has a network of offices around the world, said the former Taoiseach's "expertise in navigating complex geopolitical landscapes, economic development, and progressive social change" will assist Penta's expansion to Matt McDonald, CEO of Penta Group, Varadkar's experience at the highest levels of government will help the company's clients to "navigate today's increasingly complex global environment".Varadkar served as Taoiseach from 2017 to 2020 and from 2022 to 2024 and was a key Irish and EU political player during Brexit announced his resignation as Taoiseach just over a year ago after serving 20 years as a public representative in the time, he described his period in public service as "the most fulfilling time of my life".Penta acquired the Irish public relations firm Hume Brophy, set up by John Hume, son of the former SDLP leader John Hume, and Dublin businessman Eoin Brophy, in McDevitt, a former MLA representing the SDLP at the Stormont Assembly, is president of Penta and managing partner for Europe and Asia.
