Bobby Aylward (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I would like to ask the Minister of State and perhaps more importantly, the Taoiseach, who has overall responsibility, what steps are being taken to ensure better pay and working conditions for the members of the Defence Forces; what steps are being taken to ensure that appropriate supports are available to current and former members who may be experiencing financial difficulties; if he is satisfied that current recruitment measures are sufficient; and if he will make a statement on this matter.

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