Pat Carey (Dublin North West, Fianna Fail)

I am concerned that there will be a full and thorough investigation of the circumstances of this incident. In this regard, I am advised that the Defence Forces have carried out a thorough investigation. Military investigations or courts of inquiry might not always be the best method of investigating accidents or incidents from a health and safety point of view. In order to address this, formation accident investigation teams are established to investigate the cause of incidents and to identify measures to prevent the recurrence of such incidents. If a military police investigation or a court of inquiry has been convened, the formation accident investigation team is available to offer technical advice. I am not able to advise the Deputy on when a decision will be made on what action, if any, is required or will follow the submission of the report. I am sure the matter can be raised again by means of parliamentary question. When we get the information, we can convey it to the Deputy.

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