The Economic Inclusion Panel was commissioned by the Government to report back on the adequacy of income support payments, and its advice is clear.
The cost of living is increasing, and here in Indi we know the
cost of rent particularly is really hurting.I came to Parliament to work for evidence-based policies and increasing support payments for the poorest in our society is backed by evidence.
I call on the Government to implement these recommendations, including raising the rate of JobSeeker and Rent Assistance in the budget – people can’t wait any longer.