Special Commission of Inquiry into healthcare funding

On the recommendation of Premier Chris Minns, Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, Governor of NSW, has issued Letters Patent that establish a Special Commission of Inquiry into healthcare funding to conduct a holistic review of the funding of health services in NSW. 

Mr Richard Beasley SC has been appointed as Commissioner of the Inquiry and will deliver a final report to the Governor on or before 24 August 2024. 

Mr Beasley is a highly regarded senior barrister and has previously worked as Senior Counsel Assisting the Special Commission of Inquiry into the Ruby Princess as well as being appointed as the Commissioner for two Local Government Inquiries.

As part of the comprehensive review, the Inquiry will examine:

• the existing governance and accountability structure of NSW Health
• the way NSW Health funds health services delivered in public hospitals and community settings
• strategies available to address escalating costs, limit wastage and identify areas of improvement in financial management.  

The full Terms of Reference are available in the Letters Patent.

While the Inquiry conducts its work the NSW Government will continue to focus on improving the services communities need and giving healthcare workers the recognition and support they deserve.