Tony Gregory (Dublin Central, Independent)
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Question 561: To ask the Minister for Defence if a person (details supplied) will be given a compassionate discharge form the Defence Forces. [3455/07]

Willie O'Dea (Limerick East, Fianna Fail)
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I can only comment in very general terms about the circumstances described by the Deputy.

The Defence Forces look at any application made for discharge, on compassionate grounds, in a fair, caring and sympathetic manner on a case by case basis, while having due regard to any other relevant issues arising in the context of the application.

The facilities of the Personnel Support Services (PSS), which includes a civilian Social Worker service, are available to assist in any way possible. I have verified that the PSS may be contacted by the person in question for advice and assistance in progressing her application.