About this inquiry

The objective of the committee’s inquiry into General issues around the implementation and performance of the NDIS is to identify broad systemic issues relating to the implementation and operation of the Scheme. After 30 June each year, the committee reports to Parliament on recurrent issues that have arisen and offers recommendations intended to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Scheme.  

Submissions

The committee seeks information about the implementation and performance of the NDIS. In particular, the committee invites submissions and information from participants, their carers and family members, service providers and registered plan management providers.

The committee’s inquiry into General issues around the implementation and performance of the NDIS (General Issues inquiry) is an ongoing inquiry that reports after 30 June each year. Submissions may be made at any time.

The committee is likely to table a progress report at the end of 2020. This report will consider submissions received before 16 October 2020.  Submissions received after 16 October 2020 will be considered as part of the committee’s next progress report, which will table after 30 June 2021.

Individual cases

Submissions outlining details of individual cases or complaints may assist the committee in identifying broader systemic issues for investigation. However, the committee is not in a position to provide advice on individual circumstances, nor is it able to overturn or remake decisions made by the National Disability Insurance Agency. People with concerns about these matters should contact the National Disability Insurance Agency directly.