Kathleen Funchion (Carlow-Kilkenny, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I have to say again that much of this is falling outside the remit. In fairness, when we invite a Minister or Minister of State before the committee we have to have respect. I deal with many parents myself. It is frustrating that things do not neatly fit into various compartments. Many of the questions are not necessarily within the remit of the Minister of State. Although the Minister of State might take the queries back, I appeal to people to be mindful of that and not expect a direct response on matters that, in fairness, do not fall within the remit of the Minister of State.