P J Sheehan (Cork South West, Fine Gael)
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Question 133: To ask the Minister for Defence if the Defence Forces representative associations have been consulted on the terms and conditions under which members of the Reserve Defence Forces will serve overseas; if agreement has been reached with the representative associations as a result of this consultation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3601/09]

Willie O'Dea (Limerick East, Fianna Fail)
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In line with the provisions of the Reserve Defence Force Review Implementation Plan, it is hoped that a small number of Reservists will be able to undertake overseas service in late 2009.

The military authorities have identified overseas posts requiring specific skills that may be filled by members of the Reserve.

The military authorities have sought expressions of interest from suitably qualified Reservists who have undertaken integrated training and are at an advanced stage in selecting those suitable for overseas service.

Work on the necessary regulatory changes has progressed and terms and conditions of service are being prepared. Consultation with the Representative Associations will commence in the near future.