The sudden change of leadership last week, as well as the resignations of three cabinet members, has enabled the premier to make changes to a number of key portfolios.

Premier Ben Carroll has reduced the number of cabinet positions available to Labor MPs a week after taking office, calling it a demonstration of his commitment to taxpayer dollars.

The sudden change of leadership last week, as well as the resignations of three cabinet members, has enabled the premier to make changes to a number of key portfolios.