Social Security Appeals Tribunal

The Social Security Appeals Tribunal is an independent body that reviews decisions made by government agencies regarding social security benefits. If someone disagrees with a rejected or adjusted claim—for example, for Disability Support or Youth Allowance—they can ask the Tribunal to reconsider the decision. The Tribunal examines the case evidence and makes an impartial judgment. Its role is to ensure fair treatment, providing individuals with an opportunity for their case to be fairly evaluated outside the initial decision-making process, thereby upholding access to social security support.