
Government’s Renewed Focus on Abuse Inquiry Recommendations Welcomed – But Survivors Deserve Urgent Action, Not More Delays
Simpson Millar has welcomed the Government’s renewed focus on the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse recommendations, including plans for a new Child Protection Authority and increased funding for survivor support. However, they stress the urgent need for a clear implementation timeline. With many key reforms still pending, including a national redress scheme, legal experts warn that further delays risk retraumatising survivors who have waited years for justice, clarity, and meaningful change.