NT joins National Redress Scheme

The Northern Territory government has joined the National Redress Scheme for survivors of institutional child sex abuse.

Attorney-General Natasha Fyles says final details have been agreed between the NT and the commonwealth, allowing victims access to compensation and counselling.

"Providing survivors of institutional child sexual abuse with the support they deserve is an absolute priority for the Northern Territory government," Ms Fyles said in a statement on Monday.

Earlier this month the federal government introduced legislation to establish the National Scheme, which will start on July 1.

Governments and institutions must take responsibility for the abuse that happened on their watch and provide payment and support in recognition of the survivors.