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That is really what it is about, but I think that what Patricia Ferguson said is helpful and we will take account of it. Is the committee content that I agree changes in the light of those remarks and that we proceed from there?
The petitioner argues in his submission that, as there is no single independent organisation that has the power to investigate a complaint holistically, there is insufficient accountability in child protection. This is an important issue.
We have heard many stories of families having difficulties, particularly if they are receiving their benefits in a joint account. It is really difficult for the person who is left at home to get their benefits because the other person is in prison.