James McGrath (Queensland, Liberal National Party, Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister) Share this | Hansard source

The government is committed to access to justice and supports the important work of the community legal assistance sector. In a tight fiscal environment, the government is providing $1.6 billion for legal assistance services including community legal centres. The government is also providing a further $45 million for front-line services for those affected by family violence. Under the National Partnership Agreement on Legal Assistance Services, services are directed to those who need them most. Funding for community legal centres is not a matter for the Commonwealth alone. Investment from the states and territories is also crucial.

Question agreed to.