A junior minister is a lower-ranking government official who assists a senior minister in their work and helps with managing specific areas of government activities. Full definition
After all, dozens of junior ministers can not provide a focal point for public attention equivalent to that of the prime minister and would soon generate mixed messages. (democraticaudit.com)
«The established process of approval means that most decisions are taken by junior ministers,» a spokesperson said. (politics.co.uk)
Most junior ministers have a lower public profile than their senior colleagues and media engagement is generally a minor part of the job. (democraticaudit.com)