Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

There are appointees from overseas on the boards and such appointments will continue to be made. Anyone who expresses an interest in a board will be considered, whether he or she volunteers at the global forum or by direct response to advertisements. There is an open trawl of persons who would be suitable. Clearly, only certain posts will become vacant every year and we have to consider the suitability of those who have applied on their respective merits. We consider all offers that come our way.

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