Anne Stanley MP

Government Whip

Member for Werriwa

NDIS Appeal Cases Slashed

The Albanese Government, since coming into office, has focused on ensuring that the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) works for Australians with disability.

“Australians with disability deserve to receive the support they need without going through a lengthy and distressing appeals process,” said Ms Anne Stanley MP.

The Independent Expert Review (IER) program has been further expanded under phase 2 to assist NDIS participants with resolving disputes before they proceed to an AAT hearing.

As a result of the Government’s establishment of alternate dispute resolution processes, the number of cases before the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) have dramatically reduced.

New data reveals that:

• 4,401 NDIS cases have been resolved at the AAT since 1 June 2022
• A 27% reduction in overall caseload since May 2022 (to 3,280)
• 70% of the 4501 legacy cases active in May 2022 have now been resolved.

“Our government continues to ensure that those on the NDIS receive fast and fair access to support.”

For further information visit https://www.ndis.gov.au/about-us/legal-matters/improved-approach-dispute-resolution

MEDIA CONTACT:

Anne Stanley MP - (02) 8783 0977