Bedford is a South Australian icon that has supported South Australians living with a disability and their families for more than 80 years.
The Albanese Government's concerns have always been with Bedford's employees and those who rely on Bedford's services for their care and support.
The Albanese Government applauds the work the Malinauskas Government has done over the weekend to secure a $15 million support package to protect the livelihoods of hundreds of South Australians living with a disability
The depth of the financial crisis that Bedford has found itself in is deeply worrying.
Bedford, as a registered NDIS provider, has and continues to receive substantial Commonwealth funding.
Following the State Government's intervention, the Commonwealth Government will continue discussions with Bedford and McGrathNicol as they make the long term arrangements needed to secure this important organisation and most importantly the ongoing employment of hundreds of South Australians living with a disability.
