NewsWire / David CairdBen Carroll was sworn in as Premier last week. NewsWire / David Caird Credit: News Corp AustraliaThe new Victorian Premier will look to save hundreds of thousands of dollars by cutting the number of ministers in cabinet. Camera Icon Newly appointed minister Tim Richardson and Deputy Premier Gabrielle Williams flanked Premier Ben Carroll for the announcement on Monday. Newly promoted minister Mr Richardson backed Attorney-General Sonia Kilkenny to take the leadership during a chaotic week last week. Asked on Monday if Mr Carroll could trust Mr Richardson, Mr Richardson said the cabinet “know my values”.