Petition request
That the House of Representatives amend the Health and Disability Commissioner Act 1994 to give complainants, and those that are the subject of complaints, the right to appeal decisions made by the Health and Disability Commissioner.
Petition reason
The Commissioner (HDC) is the only recourse for patients to lodge complaints, so it is vital that the HDC provide robust decisions. Complainants and medical professionals have a right to justice and to query decisions. Review by the Ombudsman can only assess the decision process, not its fairness. I feel a right of appeal will give assurance that decisions are fair and transparent, and greater vigilance of the HDC will help improve medical performance and ensure patient safety in the long term.
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| Number of signatures: | 447 |
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| Date presented: | 22 Jun 2020 |
| Considered by: | Health |
| SC Report(s): | 13 May 2022 (Final) |
| Presenting member: | Golriz Ghahraman |
| Closing date: | 20 Jun 2020 |