Butler warns Coalition against using NDIS cuts as ‘pawn in bigger game’ and says bill delays could cost billions
Australian Health Minister Mark Butler has urged the Coalition not to delay NDIS reforms, warning that extending the inquiry could cost the federal budget billions. The government faces opposition from the Coalition and the Greens regarding the proposed changes to the disability scheme.
Why it matters
The NDIS is a critical social service in Australia, and legislative delays have significant fiscal and social implications for participants.
Mark Butler has said a potential six-month extension for the NDIS inquiry could cost the federal budget billions of dollars. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAP View image in fullscreen Mark Butler has said a potential six-month extension for the NDIS inquiry could cost the federal budget billions of dollars. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAP National disability insurance scheme Butler warns Coalition against using NDIS cuts as ‘pawn in bigger game’ and says bill delays could cost billions Opposition and Greens could team up to extend inquiry into changes but health minister ‘utterly convinced’ federal government’s plan is right
The article presents the government's position while acknowledging the criticisms from the opposition and advocacy groups.
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