New Liberal Party leader Peter Dutton has hinted at Scott Morrison’s exit from political life following the Coalition’s massive election defeat.
Peter Dutton 'expects' by-election in Scott Morrison's seat of Cook as he confirms predecessor will not serve on frontbench
Despite guiding the party to a loss of at least 18 seats, the former prime minister said he would remain in Parliament. Former Prime Minister Scott Morrison speaks to media as he leaves the Liberal Party Room Meeting at Parliament House in Canberra on Monday. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Tracey Nearmy “But that’s an issue for Scott to work on and I’ll have those conversations with him at the appropriate time.
Speculation has circled around whether Mr Morrison would be elevated back to the frontbench for the remainder of his time in politics.
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