Have your say on the National Redress Scheme

The National Redress Scheme (Scheme) is undergoing an independent review from 1 to 31 July 2026. Mr Michael Manthorpe PSM has been appointed as independent reviewer for the review. 

The review will offer an important opportunity to reflect on how the Scheme has worked in practice. It will also find improvements and critical measures to support safe closure of the Scheme as it approaches its final stage. 

We invite you to share your experiences and views of the Scheme. Your feedback will help identify what is working well, where we need to improve, and what lessons can inform future support for survivors.

We won't ask you to share your personal experiences of abuse. 

We are seeking feedback from:

• people who have applied
• people who have chosen not to apply or have withdrawn their application
• people who supported someone through the process
• Redress Support Services
• advocacy organisations
• institutions.

You can provide feedback(Opens in a new tab/window) by uploading a written submission or by completing the online form on the DSS Engage website.

More information

• Visit the DSS Engage website for more information about the review(Opens in a new tab/window).
• Free and confidential support is available if you need it while providing feedback. Access support through Redress Support Services(Opens in a new tab/window).
• Visit the National Redress website for more information about the National Redress Scheme(Opens in a new tab/window).