Maurice Cummins (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Senator Naughton requested a debate in respect of data protection and EU law. I hope to be in a position to arrange such a debate.

Senator Norris welcomed the Supreme Court's decision in respect of the Callely case. The Senator also correctly highlighted the plight of members of the Defence Forces, whose service is confined to 21 years unless they attain the rank of sergeant. I have already made representations on behalf of PDFORRA in respect of this matter to the Minister for Defence, Deputy Shatter. The period of service was initially 12 years and it was later increased to 21. I agree that the soldiers in question have a legitimate case and something should be done for them.