Mr. Justice Alan Mahon:

Yes, I believe there are changes. I know it is a problematical task for those trying to make changes because certain levels of training have to be achieved and the Defence Forces are traditionally a very male-oriented organisation. However, I think steps are being taken to assist the female members who are in that situation, whether pregnant, on maternity leave or in need of parental leave. I think that is changing and I think a lot of it is thanks to the IRG report and all the publicity. There is a greater recognition now that women have to be better catered for in the Defence Forces, particularly if they want more women to join, which they say they do, and I believe they do.