Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister for his extended reply. I welcome his commitment to ensure the Defence Forces are kept at maximum strength and have the maximum level of required equipment. He can be assured of the support of Members of the House, particularly those of us who come from a constituency with a military tradition. If he requires the assistance of Members across the House during the course of any discussions that might take place on budgetary matters, I ask that he call on us.

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