Gerry Horkan (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

In Ms O'Keeffe's opening statement, going back to the procurement issue, she said:

The Coast Guard is a significant buyer of products and services. For this reason, a review ... [was] under way for some time. This review has identified some shortcomings ... and actions have been taken, particularly in the areas of ... to address these. There are also a number of legacy issues which we have been tackling and will continue to tackle over the coming months.

How long is this going on? It seems this whole issue has been going on for years. Ms O'Keeffe said "Our aim is to ensure that all procurements are conducted in accordance with" but that does not mean that is happening. She is saying that her aim is that it will happen. When will the organisation be at best practice level in terms of procurement?