Patrick O'Donovan
Question:181. Deputy Patrick O'Donovan asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade for details regarding appointments (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42077/15]
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The Government, on foot of proposals made by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, nominates officers to Ambassadorial posts. The nominated Ambassadors are subsequently appointed by the President. Generally, Irish diplomats, including Heads of Mission, are established career civil servants employed by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Officers in Head of Mission posts are drawn from the Deputy Secretary, Assistant Secretary, Counsellor and First Secretary grades and equivalent.