asked the Minister for Finance the number of individuals employed to provide legal advice in each Government Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Legal Advice in Government Departments.
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The number of individuals employed to provide legal advice in each Government Department is as follows:
|
Department/ Office |
Number of Individuals |
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Labour |
2 |
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Justice |
1 |
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Foreign Affairs |
5 |
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Health |
shared |
|
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Social Welfare |
1 |
|
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Environment |
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Defence |
1 |
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Agriculture |
2 |
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Revenue |
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Commissioners |
5 |
In addition the Office of the Attorney General (15 individuals) and the Chief State Solicitor's Office (34 individuals) provide legal advice to Government Departments as and when required.