Corporate and public lawyers support guide dogs for 11 years running

The Corporate and Public Lawyers’ Association (CPLA) has held its 11th annual lunch in aid of Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind.

The special guests at this year’s lunch, held at Fire Restaurant, The Mansion House, Dublin, were guide dog owner Tina Lowe with her dog Forrest, along with puppy-in-training Rodger.

The CPLA comprises members from local authorities, Government departments, the Chief State Solicitor’s Office, the DPP’s office, the Office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement, the ESB, financial institutions, Enterprise Ireland, the Criminal Assets Bureau, the Medical Council and the private sector.

The association runs networking events and occasional lectures and seminars throughout the year. Its primary social event of the year is the annual fundraising lunch in aid of Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind.

In a statement, Irish Guide Dogs said: “We would like to thank them for their generous support and fundraising efforts again this year.”