Seymour Crawford (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael)

As someone living near the Border, I appreciate the service provided by the Army as a backup to the Garda in a difficult situation. The Minister mentioned foot and mouth disease and other matters, but my main concern is that, as part of the reorganisation, Monaghan town barracks will be closed. While this does not relate to the question, the Minister discussed reorganisation and how he has negotiated different matters. Have negotiations been held with the 200 personnel in the Monaghan barracks regarding the facility's closure? Has the Minister agreed any compensation for the closure with the Government, as occurred in respect of Castleblayney?

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