Drought support PC Response 3.18 Noted In April 2008, the Commonwealth Government commissioned a comprehensive national review of drought policy, consisting of three separate assessments, focusing on the climatic, social and economic aspects of drought. As part of the review the PC is investigating government drought business and income support, with the final report due in February 2009. Until the outcome of the national review is known, the Government has publicly committed to maintaining the existing arrangements for Exceptional Circumstances for those farm families and small businesses currently in receipt of assistance.
Drought support PC Response 3.18 Noted In April 2008, the Commonwealth Government commissioned a comprehensive national review of drought policy, consisting of three separate assessments, focusing on the climatic, social and economic aspects of drought. As part of the review the PC is investigating government drought business and income support, with the final report due in February 2009. Until the outcome of the national review is known, the Government has publicly committed to maintaining the existing arrangements for Exceptional Circumstances for those farm families and small businesses currently in receipt of assistance.