Willie O'Dea (Limerick East, Fianna Fail)

Yes. This represents an extremely small percentage of the total. I understand the number of female cadets in the military is approximately double the number of female enlisted personnel. The Deputy is aware I have reduced the height requirements in a measure that has just taken effect. The Department has conducted some research etc. that it is analysing to put in place its recommendations. While it might be too early to test the initiative, I will see what emerges.

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