Brian Hayes (Dublin South West, Fine Gael)
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Question 778: To ask the Minister for Defence when the value for money review of the Defence Forces clothing programme will be complete; the value of the anticipated savings to the Exchequer due to the implementation of this report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26668/08]

Willie O'Dea (Limerick East, Fianna Fail)
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The Value for Money Review of Clothing Procurement in the Defence Forces was published in September 2007.

This review has identified potential for increased efficiency and effectiveness in the clothing storage and distribution system. An implementation group, tasked with drawing up a detailed implementation plan has been established. The anticipated improvement in inventory turnover ratios should decrease the volume of clothing stock on hand. However, it is vitally important to ensure that the Defence Forces clothing needs continue to be met. The optimisation of inventory levels and the clothing distribution system are inextricably linked to supplier performance and the implementation group are considering this factor in their deliberations.

Brian Hayes (Dublin South West, Fine Gael)
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Question 779: To ask the Minister for Defence when the value for money review of usage of military training land will be complete; the value of the anticipated savings to the Exchequer due to the implementation of this report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26669/08]

Willie O'Dea (Limerick East, Fianna Fail)
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The Value for Money Review of the usage of military training land is currently being progressed and is scheduled for completion by the end of December 2008. As the review group have not completed their deliberations, I cannot comment on any potential value for money improvements that may arise.