Jacinta Allan, the Victorian Labor premier, may confront a leadership challenge as parliament reconvenes this week. Following a meeting of factional conveners, it appears she lacks majority support within her caucus, although her supporters assert she will remain in her position. The potential challenger, Deputy Premier Ben Carroll, has indicated he would only consider running if the leadership position becomes vacant.
The situation is complicated by recent factional discussions, suggesting a group of ministers might approach Allan to inform her of the lost support. If she chooses to contest a leadership ballot, the entire Labor membership would participate in the decision-making process, a procedure that has not been tested under new rules established after previous leadership turmoil in the party.
As parliament resumes, watch for potential shifts in Labor's internal dynamics. If Allan faces a leadership ballot, the untested voting process could reshape party loyalty. Keep an eye on factional movements and public sentiment as the state election approaches.