Seán Barrett (Dún Laoghaire, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister of State. It is important that we have the issues clear in our heads and understand the obligations on both sides. We have a job to do in making certain there are sufficient personnel in the different areas to carry out the responsibilities that ultimately rest on our shoulders. It would be useful to have a meeting to examine the responsibilities that apply and to ascertain members' views on whether any changes are necessary. We must ensure the Defence Forces are ticking over properly and efficiently and that we have sufficient numbers of personnel in the right areas to carry out the obligations that apply.