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In inquiring into the options available to survivors of institutional child sexual abuse in Western Australia, the Committee in particular is looking into the effectiveness and efficiency (a) of the courts in dealing with civil litigation, (b) of WA's support of the National Redress Scheme, and (c) of provision of support services to survivors.

Governing Authority
The Community Development and Justice Standing Committee, Legislative Assembly, Parliament of Western Australia

Inquiry Locations
Legislative Assembly Committee Rooms, Perth

Public Hearings
The Committee is holding a series of hearings, gathering evidence from witnesses from (to date) law firms, the legal support service knowmore, the State Solicitor's Office, and the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth.

Written Submissions
The Inquiry committee invited written submissions from the public. Submissions were received from many organisations and individuals.

Inquiry Panel

• Folkard, Mark
• Kelly, Dave
• Stratton, Katrina
• Tonkin, Christine