Legal Fees.

Wednesday, 28 April 2010

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Thomas P. Broughan

Question:

162 Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the cost in legal fees to the taxpayer in the case of a person (details supplied) v the Garda Commissioner and the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform over their forced retirement on age grounds at 60 years of age; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17081/10]

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Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Deputy Dermot Ahern)

The Chief State Solicitor Office (CSSO) acts on my behalf in civil actions involving my Department and all costs in relation to legal advice or assistance given to my Department are borne by the Vote of the CSSO.