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Victorian Labor MPs to Meet; Cabinet Reshuffle and Ministerial Retirements Expected

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Victorian Labor Cabinet Reshuffle Expected

Victorian Labor Members of Parliament are scheduled to meet on Tuesday, where Premier Jacinta Allan is expected to announce the retirement of several ministers and a subsequent cabinet reshuffle. The meeting is also anticipated to include a vote on filling resulting cabinet vacancies.

Scheduled Meeting and Expected Announcements

Labor MPs were informed on Thursday to prepare for a meeting scheduled for Tuesday. According to multiple reports, Premier Jacinta Allan is expected to announce the retirement of multiple ministers at this meeting and implement a cabinet reshuffle.

One source notes this activity occurs ahead of the state election scheduled for November.

Background and Unfilled Position

The cabinet currently has one unfilled position following the retirement of Natalie Hutchins, who announced her departure and left the cabinet in December. Her ministerial portfolios were redistributed among existing ministers at that time, but her specific cabinet role was not filled.

Ministers Mentioned for Potential Retirement

Reports from the sources name several ministers whose potential retirement has been mentioned. These individuals are:

  • Danny Pearson
  • Gayle Tierney
  • Mary-Anne Thomas

No official announcements regarding these specific ministers have been made at this time.