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Commission on the Defence Forces – The Week in Politics

Commission on the Defence Forces – The Week in Politics

Clip from RTÉ’s The Week in Politics today in relation to the Commission on the Defence Forces. There are two key problems facing our Defence Forces; the persistent low pay issue and the dysfunctional, unequal relationship between the Department of Defence and the Defence Forces. These issues must be addressed ...

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Investment needed for Military Housing

Investment needed for Military Housing

I spoke in the Dáil this week about the Land Development Agency Bill 2021. This Bill will accelerate the rollout of housing across the country which will ease the current housing pressure. I focused in particular on two former Military Barracks - Devoy Barracks, Naas and Columb Barracks, Mullingar. Housing ...

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One Year as a TD

One Year as a TD

One year since the General Election! Hard to believe it’s been a year since I was elected to be a TD for the Kildare South constituency. Anything is possible with a great team behind you! Thanks to everyone for all your help, support and encouragement. Here’s to an even better Year 2!

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Dr. Cathal Berry – Issues affecting the Defence Forces

Dr. Cathal Berry – Issues affecting the Defence Forces

 I spoke to the Minister for Defence, Simon Coveney about a number of immediate issues facing the Defence Forces. Removing the requirement for a person to purchase their discharge from the Defence Forces following line service. Improving sea-going pay for the Naval Service. Troops should be ...

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Urgent Action Needed in the Navy

Urgent Action Needed in the Navy

Urgent action needed in the Navy. Irish waters are open to drug cartels, people smugglers and Brexit profiteers due to the lack of Naval personnel ... https://www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-news/td-warns-ireland-left-defenceless-22340479?fbclid=IwAR3lYgmqmxna9ebqmrcwqzqKjBCM-FzI-oJdGOEkng8XHdKqrEw

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International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers

International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers

Today is the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers. We pay tribute to the sacrifices of peacekeepers in keeping and enforcing peace all over the world. We also think of the 86 families who lost their loved ones during peacekeeping missions. Irish participation in UN Peacekeeping operations represents the ...