Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Labour)
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Question 201: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the protocol followed by his office in respect of inviting local public representatives to official functions, such as the opening of new Garda stations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40861/09]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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There are no protocols in place in my Office in relation to the matter raised by the Deputy. Arrangements in respect of invitations to official functions that I attend are co-ordinated by the host organisation and/or the relevant section of my Department. As to the opening of new Garda stations, I am informed that it is normal practice to invite local public representatives and every effort is always made to ensure that all relevant public representatives are invited.