Albanese government not ‘engaging deeply and honestly’ over NDIS overhaul, Queensland premier says
by Sarah Basford Canales from World news | The Guardian on (#6KN31)
Bill Shorten hits back at criticism from state leaders including Steven Miles, as federal government unveils bill kicking off response to landmark NDIS review
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The Albanese government has been accused of not engaging deeply and honestly" with states and territories over plans to overhaul the NDIS after a landmark report recommended sweeping changes to restore confidence in the scheme and curb growing costs.
The annual budget for the scheme, which provides crucial supports for more than 600,000 Australians with a disability, is expected to rise to more than $50bn in 2025-26.
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