Results 1-4 of 4 for defence forces strength speaker:Pat Buckley

Committee on Public Petitions: Annual Reports from 2017 to 2020 and Related Matters: Ombudsman for the Defence Forces (20 Jan 2022)

Pat Buckley: I thank the ombudsman. We all know people from all walks of life within the Defence Forces and we are well aware of the all the absolutely amazing work they have done. There are ex-members who, when they left the service, were delighted with the work they did. There are, however, many examples of post-traumatic stress disorder and the supports do not seem to be there for those members. I...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Defence Forces Strength (13 Jun 2019)

Pat Buckley: ...of State said that people in training are counted. Is that right? It is misleading, in a sense, as to whether they are all counted. The issue has been raised with us repeatedly through the Defence Forces representatives. Current reported strength, low as it is in comparison with previous times, is not a true representation of the strength on the ground. Those in training cannot be...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Defence Forces Strength (13 Jun 2019)

Pat Buckley: ...of State consider that there is a need to ensure that the data reported reflect the reality and that there may be a case for providing the figures in a way that reflects actual capacity in the Defence Forces in real terms? The Minister of State mentioned the figure of 9,500. The strength figure was previously 10,500. I see we have lowered the bar a bit. Surely collecting more realistic...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Defence Forces Strength (13 Jun 2019)

Pat Buckley: Could the Minister of State advise regarding the actual operational strength of the Defence Forces as reported and whether it takes into account those in training or on leave of absence and overseas service?