Deputy premier James Merlino among senior Victorian Labor MPs set to retire
by Benita Kolovos from on (#60NYH)
Merlino and ministers Martin Foley, Lisa Neville and Martin Pakula could announce their retirements Friday
A group of senior Victorian ministers - including the deputy premier, James Merlino - is set to retire, forcing a major reshuffle of cabinet ahead of the November state election.
Several sources have confirmed to Guardian Australia that Merlino, the health minister, Martin Foley, police minister, Lisa Neville, and minister for tourism, sport and major events, Martin Pakula are expected to announce their retirements as soon as Friday.
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