Helen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The objectives are identified through consultation, as is laid out. That is done at the direction of the Commissioner, and he or she can consult whomever they like. It is done that way so that we do not constrain them. Obviously, if targets are set the Commissioner is not just accountable to the Minister, but also to the board, the authority and to the Oireachtas. All Members here can be part of that. Section 33(2) sets out how the Commissioner must manage the resources they have.