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People in the Chamber

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Chair

The Ceann Comhairle is the Chairperson of the Dáil but may be deputised by the Leas-Cheann Comhairle and others.

Clerks

The Clerk of the Dáil is an officer appointed by the Houses of the Oireachtas and part of a team that advises the Chair on procedure.

Ushers

Ushers' primary responsibilies are attending to Members in the Chamber, security and access control, tour guiding and safety.

Parliamentary reporters

Parliamentary reporters log proceedings in the Chamber and use digital sound recordings to produce the Official Report.

Rannóg an Aistriúcháin

Services provided by Rannóg an Aistriúcháin include simultaneous interpretation during sittings and official translation of Acts.

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