News - Defence Forces
Funding target for Defence Forces to be missed says local TD
The funding target will be missed by government once again in 2024 according to Deputy Matt Carthy.
Dec 13, 2023 09:56Local TD calls for urgent measure to address shortage in Defence Forces
He pointed out that in 2019, the number of Defence Force personnel stood at 8,828 but the last count in May indicated there were just 7,764 boots on the ground.
Sep 2, 2023 13:20Retired Defence Force members call for church clarity on funerals
Denis was a gentleman and I was shocked to hear what happened on Sunday at his funeral.
Aug 30, 2023 13:20Man killed in Donegal explosion named locally
Mr Montgomery has strong roots to the area.
May 30, 2023 08:32'Ireland's neutrality must be protected' - Deputy Carthy
We should be proud of our military neutrality, it is not a weakness or a failing.
May 19, 2023 07:13Garda Inquiry begins into abuse within the Defence Forces
26 complaints have already been received by Gardaí.
Apr 5, 2023 07:52Full statutory inquiry must be agreed by 'Women of Honour'
Deputy Tobin highlighted how the independent report is a significant milestone towards justice.
Mar 29, 2023 13:18Injured Irish soldier being returned from Lebanon today
'Private Sean Rooney from Dundalk will be laid to rest tomorrow'
Dec 21, 2022 08:00Local TD says improvements in pay for new Defence Forces recruits are evident
The Fianna Fáil TD believe their personnel daily ration allowance, which is currently €4.20, should be raised.
Oct 16, 2022 11:36Spending increase to be presented today is biggest change to military 'in living memory'
Ireland's military spending would increase by almost 50 percent, from €1.1 billion to €1.5 billion a year by 2028.
Jul 12, 2022 09:20NorthernSound Newsletter
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