Why would the minister need to be told?
Christianity Today
By contrast, in parliamentary systems, the prime minister need to survive a vote of confidence otherwise a new election must be called.
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The prime minister needs to rise to it.
Times, Sunday Times
Situations may arise, however, where the minister needs to share the information.
Christianity Today
Today the minister needs to know so much more.
Christianity Today