Mary Lou McDonald (Dublin Central, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

My question pertains to the comprehensive review of expenditure. We addressed some of the issues arising from the review in committee. The review document sets out a three-year expenditure path. The Minister has described it as a robust and evidence-based framework which will enhance the transparency and structure of the overall budgetary process. While such a framework is welcome, my question seeks to get under the skin of the review process by asking the Minister about the number and nature of his contacts with ministerial colleagues, including in particular the Ministers for Health and Social Protection.

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