asked the Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, upon notice, on 18 May 2012:

(1) Has the Minister or anyone in the Minister’s office discussed the issues surrounding the Health Services Union with:

a. Mr Craig Thomson;

b. Mr Thomson’s staff; or

c. Mr Thomson’s legal representatives.

(2) For each instance referred to in paragraph (1), can a list be provided detailing:

a. The date of contact;

b. Whether the contact was by phone, in writing or a meeting;

c. The nature of the discussion; and

d. Whether the discussion was disclosed to others; if so, to whom.