The Prime Minister has demoted two of his ministers, saying the complex challenges in their portfolios had become too much for them to handle. Political reporter Katie Scotcher reports. Political editor Jo Moir speaks to Lisa Owen.

PM demotes two ministers, dropping Lee from cabinet

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PM demotes two ministers, dropping Lee from cabinet

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