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Scott Morrison working with Christian Porter on ‘perceived conflicts of interests’ amid reshuffle speculation
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has avoided speculation about an imminent Cabinet reshuffle, despite concerns involving two senior ministers currently on leave.
Key points:
- Scott Morrison declined to speculate on a widely reported reshuffle
- He confirmed he was currently working with Attorney-General Christian Porter while he was on leave about perceived conflicts of interest
- Defence Minister Linda Reynolds has also been on extended leave
Defence Minister Linda Reynolds and Attorney-General Christian Porter are both on leave following separate issues not involving their portfolios.
The former has apologised for her handling of a rape allegation by former staffer Brittany Higgins; the latter has commenced defamation action against the ABC…
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