The Queensland Government’s Child Safety Commission of Inquiry, headed by former Federal Court Judge the Honourable Paul Anastassiou KC, starts today.
Appointed as Commissioner, Mr Anastassiou said the inquiry would thoroughly and independently review the policies, practices, decisions and oversight mechanisms affecting the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable children in Queensland.
Over the next 17 months, the inquiry will travel around the state and engage with stakeholders.
Further details about opportunities for public engagement and timeframes for public hearings and reports will be published on the inquiry’s website.
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