Ann Ormonde (Fianna Fail)

I was about to ask the same question in respect of the Cathaoirligh of the various councils throughout the country who take time out to visit the US at this time of the year. What is the position in respect of these people? Can former Deputies and Senators apply for a diplomatic passport if they are on official business relating to an area in which they have a specific interest? Would they adhere to the same procedures? Does they apply to Deputies and Senators who are not former Ministers?