New Zealand's Disability Support Network welcomes new Minister for Disability Issues, Louise Upston, and requests improved services and funding.

New Zealand's Disability Support Network welcomes new Minister for Disability Issues, Louise Upston, and hopes she will improve services for disabled people, addressing the sector's financial issues. The sector has faced increasing demand for services despite budget increases. Anti-poverty groups urge Upston to reverse funding cuts to carer respite made by her predecessor, Penny Simmonds, and ensure proper funding for the new Ministry, Whaikaha.

April 24, 2024
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