Christian Porter and Linda Reynolds have been replaced in a cabinet reshuffle as Prime Minister Scott Morrison attempts to limit the political damage caused by a series of scandals.

Mr Porter has lost his roles as Attorney-General and Industrial Relations Minister following his decision to sue the ABC for its reporting of a historical rape accusation, which he strongly denies.

Senator Reynolds has also been shifted from the Defence portfolio, following sustained pressure over her handling of a rape allegation made by former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins.

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