But the council had only consultative status, and its members were all appointed by the governor general.

They should be entitled to take part in the negotiations which began a year ago, with consultative status.

So the Irish went for the next best thing, consultative status, getting a toe in the door.

Many groups gained consultative status in the early 1970's, when it was easier to obtain.

The Council of Europe granted consultative status in late 1997.

It is accredited by the United Nations and holds consultative status with that organization.

Non governmental organizations may have consultative status at the UN.

The United Nations did later grant the Coalition a consultative status.

This list may also include organizations in consultative status or a similar relationship with a specialized agency or a United Nations body.

Greenpeace has consultative status to the United Nations, anyway.