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The Hon. R.I. LUCAS (15:08): I have a supplementary question. I understand the minister will take that on notice. Can the minister indicate whether, during the discussions between the Crown Solicitor's Office and his department in relation to this commercial settlement, his office—that is, his ministerial office—or he himself was advised by senior officers in the department about proceedings in relation to the possible settlement of this claim?

The Hon. P. MALINAUSKAS (Minister for Police, Minister for Correctional Services, Minister for Emergency Services, Minister for Road Safety) (15:08): I am happy to take that on notice but, to the best of my knowledge, no.