Billy Kelleher (Cork North Central, Fianna Fail)

The Minister met the chairman and some board members of FÁS and reiterated her disquiet at the recent revelations concerning activities in the public affairs division of FÁS. However, she welcomed the board's assurances that action was taken to deal with these matters. This matter is ongoing. The Committee of Public Accounts and the Comptroller and Auditor General will report on the matter. The board must take into account the findings and recommendations of the Comptroller and Auditor General's report. As matters stand, the board has provided assurances that action has been taken.

I refer to the broader issue of the labour market review. It will report in June or July 2009. I may have missed one or two questions because of the interruptions. However, I will answer them if the Senator reminds me of them.