But the department has refused, saying legislation is needed for such action.

The department refused to say what was spent on repairs.

I believe that the clerk's department should have refused such a change.

Department of Defense officials refused to comment on the proposals.

He also said the department had refused to renew his permit.

Due to the chaos she causes, every department in the hospital now refuses to allow her near their patients.

The department refused to identify the man, the town or the exact dates.

Previously, 13 departments had refused to provide a full break down of their spending on the cards.

At first, the department refused to accept the money.

Even union officials acknowledge the department can simply refuse to honor the requests.