- Four Labor MPs have now announced their departure from politics in 48 hours
- Planning Minister Richard Wynne said he would not contest next election
- Comes after former AG and two others said they would not seek re-election
- Party enters crisis mode with more resignations expected in wake of exits
- The Victorian Premier’s Labor party still has a comfortable majority
By Olivia Day For Daily Mail Australia
Published: 12:54 AEDT, 25 November 2021 | Updated: 15:16 AEDT, 25 November 2021
A fourth MP has quit Daniel Andrews’ Labor ranks with more resignations expected in the coming days.
Mr Andrews on Thursday announced Planning Minister Richard Wynne would not be contesting the next election on Thursday.
Mr Wynne issued a statement thanking his family and his political party for their support over the years.
‘I’m proud to be a part of this socially progressive, reforming government – but I am focusing on the next 12 months,’ the minister said.
‘If you believe in social progress, there is always more work to be done.’
It comes hot on the heels of former Attorney-General and Altona MP Jill Hennessy, Yan Yean MP Danielle Green and Ringwood MP Dustin Halse announcing they wouldn’t seek re-election.