Brendan Ryan (Dublin Fingal, Labour) | Oireachtas source

In the time between 2008 and 2015, the Defence Forces underwent significant changes, an economic downturn, a moratorium on promotions and recruitment and a major reorganisation involving the restructuring of many units, all of which had a major impact on it, as outlined in the report. The study was commissioned to identify trends to inform practice in HR and-or training and education. I note the Minister of State's response in terms of some of the actions already taken. However, the findings would suggest that the individual's perception and experience of the work will be dependent on a number of factors, including his or her rank within the Defence Forces, gender, tenure and the service in which he or she works and so on. What I am seeking from the Minister of State on behalf of the Defence Forces is an assurance that this report will not be left sitting on a shelf but will inform an agenda for change and that in respect of that change an implementation plan, inclusive of targets and timelines, will be put in place and a commitment from the Minister of State and senior personnel to delivery of that plan, including progress reports in terms of its implementation, will be given.

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