Public hearing on the National Redress Scheme

THE National Redress Scheme Parliamentary Committee will hold a public hearing tomorrow for an inquiry into the National Redress Scheme to hear from the Department of Social Services.

At a public hearing on August 2, the committee heard evidence from survivors who recalled their experiences seeking redress. This evidence has prompted the committee to invite the Department of Social Services to a public hearing to hear their views.

Committee Chair Senator Catryna Bilyk said, "We greatly appreciate the bravery and courage shown by survivors who came forward to tell their stories. We are progressing towards completing the inquiry.

"If you have been thinking of making a submission, you should send it to us soon. You can ask the committee to keep your evidence and your name confidential."

Submissions to the inquiry close on September 2 and the committee is expecting to report in October 2024.

To make a submission or find out more, email the Committee Secretariat at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or check the Committee’s webpage. A discussion paper aims to provide guidance to individuals and organisations interested in making submissions to the inquiry. 

Full details of what the inquiry is examining can be found in the terms of reference on the committee’s website. An easy English guide is also available.

Public hearing details

Wednesday 21 August 2024
8am to around 9am (Canberra time)
Committee Room 1R3, Parliament House, Canberra

Listen online at www.aph.gov.au/News_and_Events/Watch_Parliament then click on a link marked ‘live streaming’ or visit https://www.youtube.com/@AUSParliamentLive>.

 

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