MINISTERIAL TRAVEL

70 The Hon. R.I. LUCAS (30 June 2010) (First Session).

1. How many frequent flyer points has the minister accumulated from any taxpayer-funded travel?

2. Has the minister used frequent flyer points accumulated from any taxpayer-funded travel for travel by the minister or any other person; and if so—

(a) Will the minister provide details of any such travel undertaken by the minister; and

(b) Will the minister provide details of any such travel undertaken by any other person?

The Hon. R.P. WORTLEY (Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for State/Local Government Relations): The Minister for Health and Ageing has provided the following information, which relates to the portfolios for Health and Mental Health and Substance Abuse:

1. & 2. Frequent flyer points are derived from both business and personal travel and it is ensured that, over time, only privately-earned points are used for private purposes.