His office has refused to say when the new inquiry would begin.

He was not more specific, and his office refused to clarify.

The commissioner's office has refused to comment on the case.

The police department and the prosecutor's office refused to comment on the reports.

Ms. Alexander's office refused to comment yesterday on her plans.

The governor's office has refused to issue a definitive statement.

In some cases the offices even refuse to supply application forms, he said.

The Dutch public prosecutor's office refused last month to take on the case.

Not only have I had no answer, but his office refused to respond to my e-mails.

Ms. White's office has also refused to comment on any negotiations.