Liz McManus (Wicklow, Labour)
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Question 70: To ask the Minister for Defence if he has received the report of a firm (details supplied) containing recommendations on the best means of meeting the medical requirements of the Defence Forces; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9773/09]

Willie O'Dea (Limerick East, Fianna Fail)
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The report was scheduled for completion before the end of 2008. I have been disappointed that the schedule I outlined in the House has not been met. My officials, the Defence Forces and PA Consulting are aware of my view that this report should be completed quickly. At the same time, a focus should also be kept on ensuring that the report provides the blueprint for the sustainable provision of the medical input required by the Defence Forces.

I have been assured that the report will be on my desk by the end of next month. On receipt of the report and following consideration of the recommendations, I intend to publish the report and engage with all of the key stakeholders on the way ahead.