Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael)

The troops based at Dún Uí Néill barracks play a vital role for the local community in this and other respects. Essentially, they are the last port of call in times of crisis. Some 120 troops and a number of civilian workers are based at the barracks. If the barracks were to close, it would result in a major loss to the local economy. It has been pointed out that the loss of trade to local suppliers could further exacerbate unemployment problems in the Cavan area.

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