Lack of Strategic Aircraft Capability
Ireland’s lack of an independent, strategic airlift capability has been well known for decades but has been particularly evident[…]
Displacement and Demolitions in the occupied Palestinian Territory Report
This week the Joint Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence published our report; Displacement and Demolitions in the occupied[…]
Over €20,000 for Portarlington Community Centre
Good news this morning for Portarlington Community Centre! I welcome the news that they have been allocated €20,646 under[…]
Vaccinations for Workers in Indoor Dining Settings
Recently in the Dáil, I questioned Minister Eamonn Ryan about providing vaccinations for people working in indoor hospitality dining[…]
Reserve Defence Forces Legislation
Landmark Defence legislation being voted through the Dáil. Potential to be transformative for our Reservists if implemented properly. Huge[…]
RACO before the Foreign Affairs and Defence Committee
Thanks to the RACO members, General Secretary, Comdt Conor King, Deputy General Secretary, Lt Col Derek Priestly & President[…]
Leaders’ Questions’ – EU Recovery Fund
€915m of EU grants on the way to Ireland for decarbonisation, digitalisation & resilience. Ideal opportunity to address longstanding[…]
Technical Pay Announcement – Foreign Affairs & Defence Committee
Early clarity and swift implementation are needed on the recent Technical Pay announcement. Our best troops are leaving so[…]
Military Staff Retention Crisis – Foreign Affairs & Defence Committee
Thanks to PDFORRA for appearing before the Oireachtas Committee on Defence recently to discuss the military staff retention crisis.[…]
Questions and Answers on the recent cyberattack and it’s impact on the Health System
In the Dáil this week, I spoke in relation to the recent cyber-attack on the HSE and the Department[…]