The government agency in charge of payouts for victims of institutional abuse has been criticised for paying more in legal fees than compensation.
Independent MLA Thomas Emerson said the figures raised serious concerns about the extent of abuse suffered by children and young people while in the care of the ACT government.
Read the article here: https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/9356280/act-government-criticised-for-spending-more-on-legal-fees-than-compensating-victims-of-abuse/