Consultations
The EAC will use the published evidence and consultation summary to advise the Government on the safety, suitability, and cost-effectiveness of various disability supports.
First round
The first round of public consultation opened on 1 October 2025 and closed on 9 November 2025. The consultation sought input on 6 supports:
- seizure alert dogs
- psychiatric assistance dogs
- assistance animals for intellectual disability and autism
- active passive trainers
- smart home appliances
- exercise physiology.
Second round
The second round of consultation was open from 25 November 2025 and closed on 20 January 2026. This round focused on the following specific supports for assessment:
- art therapy
- music therapy
- functional electrical stimulation
- hyperbaric oxygen therapy as a disability support
- prosthetics with microprocessors
- therapy suits.
Latest round
The latest round of consultation is now open and focuses on the following specific supports for assessment:
- Early intensive behavioural interventions
- Positive behaviour support for older children and adults
- Robot-assisted gait training
- Social skills training as a disability support for children and young people.
Whether you use these supports, research them or have views to share, we welcome your feedback.
For more information and accessible resources, visit the consultation page.
Consultation closes on 29 March 2026.