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flag Over 8,000 New Zealand injury patients lose ACC support without full rehab, with more cuts coming by 2026.

flag Over 8,000 long-term injury clients in New Zealand are losing ACC support without full rehabilitation, with 11,000 more expected to be cut by June 2026. flag The move, driven by ACC’s Board and Minister Scott Simpson, aims to reduce costs and boost workforce participation but has drawn criticism for undermining rehabilitation, specialized care, and ACC’s founding principles. flag Advocacy groups and health experts warn the shift threatens injury prevention, equity, and public trust, especially as funding for community programs declines.

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