Former Labor Leader Bill Shorten to Retire After 17 Years in Parliament

Sep 5, 2024, 01:04 AM

Former Labor leader and current NDIS Minister Bill Shorten has announced his retirement from politics. Shorten, who has served 17 years in parliament, made the announcement during a press conference in Canberra alongside Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Shorten, a former candidate for prime minister, stated he will not contest the next election and will be taking up a new role. His departure marks the end of a significant political career in which he played key roles in the Labor Party.