Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

We are very much aware of the competing pressures the Defence Forces are facing at the moment and the changing security environment the country is in. As I stated, it appears to me that good practice is being asserted here in ensuring there is a feasible figure in place regarding recruitment. In the context of the other commitments that have now been made to the Defence Forces, this appears to be a very appropriate and realistic decision to make. I look forward to engaging with the Deputy on the matter in the time ahead.

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