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Update to the National Redress Scheme – Possible changes to eligibility criteria

On 4 May 2023, the Australian Government released the Final Government Response to the Second Year Review of the National Redress Scheme for Institutional Child Sexual Abuse (the Scheme). According to the Minster for Social Services, Amanda Rishworth, the Response is aimed at creating a trauma-informed approach with a focus on the wellbeing of survivors. The proposed improvements include broadening the eligibility criteria, amending the application process, and removing restrictions. 
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Infant Approval Judgment: Is the personal injury settlement in the best interests of the child?

A recent Supreme Court of NSW infant approval judgment in the matter of Benjamin Fletcher by his tutor Victoria Fletcher v South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (“Fletcher”) outlines various factors that need to be considered when deciding whether a settlement is beneficial to a person under legal incapacity.

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