Questions on Notice

The Hon. N.J. CENTOFANTI (Leader of the Opposition) (14:26): Supplementary: what instructions, if any, does the leader provide to officers and departments in relation to those questions on notice?

The Hon. K.J. MAHER (Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, Attorney-General, Minister for Industrial Relations and Public Sector) (14:26): We always endeavour to have these things answered as timely as possible.

Members interjecting:

The Hon. K.J. MAHER: Sir, I need some protection.

The PRESIDENT: I don't think you do, at this point. The honourable Leader of the Opposition, your second question.