Michael Colreavy (Sligo-North Leitrim, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

We are talking about expenditure on communications, broadcasting, energy and natural resources and inland fisheries. Such expenditure makes it easier for people and society to get better value for their work. This must be borne in mind.

From my perusal of the figures, which I also did in my previous occupation, I do not see too much padding to be cut out. I wish to question only a few figures. Under the heading of communications, the figure for office equipment and external IT services is just over €1 million. Consultancy services and value for money and policy reviews are mentioned. I would like to know what that refers to and I would like to know the names of the companies involved. If the Minister does not have the information with him, he can communicate it to me after the meeting.