Senator Abetz asked the Minister representing the Prime Minister, upon notice, on 28 June 2012: With reference to the answer to question on notice no. 1867: (1) What funding has the department provided to supplement the Cabinet Trust Fund in each of the following years: (a) 2008; (b) 2009; (c) 2010; (d) 2011; and (e) 2012, to date. (2) Have ministers been advised of an increase in the contribution required to cover the increased costs associated with providing catering to Cabinet and its committees.