Mr. Derek Moran:

Like any public servant, one has to be concerned to ensure value for money is being achieved. In 2011, the expenditure allocation functions and virtually every function described by the Chairman were reallocated to the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform. We retain responsibility for tax policy, the collection of taxes, the budget and banking issues but that element of what we used to do has been separated from us. Of course, we should always endeavour to get the best value for money. Where money is allocated, one ensures that happens. However, the questions are probably better addressed to my colleague on the far side of the room.