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The independent advisory body on the National Disability Insurance Scheme says the Morrison government’s controversial plan to introduce independent assessments should not go ahead in its “current form”.
The Independent Advisory Council’s advice, published on Wednesday, says significant concerns with the proposal to introduce independent assessments for NDIS participants need to be meaningfully addressed .
The advisory body has pushed for key changes to the scheme to ensure it is fairer, safer and more respectful of participants hinging on closer consultation with the disability community.
In response to the advice, the National Disability Insurance Agency has committed to reforming the proposed model for independent assessments to meet the concerns of the council and disability advocates.
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