Noel Grealish (Galway West, Progressive Democrats)
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Question 434: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the complete list of the 2007 general election ballot boxes identifying their corresponding polling district, electoral division and constituency. [20573/08]

John Gormley (Dublin South East, Green Party)
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The information sought is not available in my Department. The primary role of my Department in electoral matters is to provide an appropriate policy and legislative framework for a modern and efficient electoral system. Within this framework, Returning Officers are responsible for all matters in connection with the conduct of elections and referendums, including the provision of ballot boxes, and they are independent in the performance of their duties.