Jerry Buttimer (Cork South Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

This is not on an adversarial note but it is important the committee receives the information on the Estimate in a timely manner. There is an issue not only with the Department of Children and Youth Affairs but other Departments in terms of the process through which we receive information. Deputy McLellan made the point that it often comes to us very late, so I ask officials to work with us to make sure we get it earlier. It is important and we appreciate the co-operation from the Department. It is difficult for members when some of the information comes to us late.