Simon Birmingham (SA, Liberal Party, Minister for Finance) Share this | Hansard source

Yes, the Prime Minister has full confidence in Senator Reynolds and in her work in her portfolio and in her handling of these very sensitive matters, including her work to ensure the parliament is informed in relation to these matters whilst being cognisant of the responsibilities, as Senator Reynolds has outlined, to treat carefully and with confidence information that was shared with her, to respect Ms Brittany Higgins's right to tell her story and to be mindful of consequences for any potential police investigation.