What is the ATFRS Panel, who is on it and what is their role?
The ATFRS has an Indigenous advisory Panel which was set up by the NSW Government and consists of Mr Aden Ridgeway (Chair), Ms Robynne Quiggin and Mr Sam Jeffries. The Panel provides advice to the Government on the operation of the Scheme and reviews claims that are made under the Scheme. The Panel normally meets 12 times a year and plays a vital role in the determination of repayments. It can review claims and meet with claimants to hear additional oral evidence or consider written evidence from claimants and makes recommendations to the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs about repayments.
