Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael)
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Question 422: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the person who will have responsibility for the provision of furniture to the count centres for the Presidential election and referenda planned for later in 2011; if they will be a source of competitive tender; the way in which companies may tender for this process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18444/11]

Phil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael)
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Under electoral law, local returning officers are responsible for all matters in connection with the conduct of Presidential elections and referenda in the constituencies for which they are responsible. The detailed arrangements in relation to the conduct of elections, including the provision of furniture, are set out in the Electoral Act 1992. The Office of Public Works provides procurement services for returning officers in respect of election equipment required by them.