On 20 February, Varadkar offered his resignation to President Higgins at Áras an Uachtaráin, pursuant to the constitution, remaining, however, as Taoiseach until the formation of a new government.
On 20 February, Varadkar tendered his resignation to President Higgins at Áras an Uachtaráin, in accordance with the constitution, yet continued as Taoiseach until a new government was formed.