Disabled Australians and advocates condemn proposed NDIS cuts as dignity-stripping overhaul
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Summary
Disabled Australians and advocates have strongly criticized proposed changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which would give a single minister the power to cut support. The Albanese government says the cuts are necessary to curb a $50 billion spending blowout, but critics argue the overhaul will strip disabled people of their dignity, independence, and enjoyment. A senate inquiry heard testimony on Tuesday about the negative impacts, with only a fortnight given for public response to the proposed laws.
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Disabled people are at risk of losing their independence and enjoyment as a result.
The Albanese government maintains the cuts are needed to curb a $50 billion spending blow out in the scheme.
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