Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Some 80% of retirements are voluntary. People leave of their own accord, not because of age limits, medical issues or fitness levels. There is a strict medical and fitness regime to which all members are subject to stay within the Defence Forces and there are reasons for this. The last time I was here the Reserve Defence Force was mentioned and it was suggested we hold a specific meeting on how to recruit to it. I would be delighted to come and listen to the ideas of all committee members.