Bernard Allen (Cork North Central, Fine Gael)
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Question 149: To ask the Minister for Defence the number of retired Defence Forces medical officers employed by the Defence Forces; the types of contracts operated; and the number employed who are beyond the mandatory retirement age of 65. [6348/08]

Willie O'Dea (Limerick East, Fianna Fail)
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There are six retired Defence Forces Medical Officers who are currently engaged on a regular basis to provide medical services to the Defence Forces. These Practitioners are engaged, as required, and are paid on an item of service basis. Three of these Practitioners are aged over 65 years. These Practitioners are practising in a private capacity.