sentences:  While it is considered by law to be a part of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Bulgaria, it is outside of the jurisdiction of the Defence Staff.The National Guard performs the ritual "Ceremonial changing of the honor guard of the Presidency" for the first time on 5 November 2003 and every hour changes guard at the administrative building of the President of the Republic of Bulgaria.The Guard also ensures the security of civil, military and industrial sites in Sofia.