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Thomas Gould Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
149. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Defence the number of personnel currently living in Haulbowline and Collins Barracks. [52759/26]
Michael Cahill Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
150. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Defence if the Defence Forces will provide a base for an ambulance base at Iveragh Park, Killorglin; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54120/26]
Peter 'Chap' Cleere Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
151. Deputy Peter 'Chap' Cleere asked the Minister for Defence for a report on the proposed refurbishment of accommodation at blocks A-F in Stephens Barracks. [53704/26]
Peadar Tóibín Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
152. Deputy Peadar Tóibín asked the Minister for Defence the financial, technological, industrial, research, training, procurement or other commitments that would be required from Ireland under the proposed Ukrainian drone deal; what Ireland has been asked to provide in return for participation; whether any commitments have been given by the Government; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53275/26]
John Connolly Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
153. Deputy John Connolly asked the Minister for Defence the way in which she is ensuring that experienced personnel with the Defence Forces can see a long-term future for themselves and their families within the organisation. [53701/26]
Albert Dolan Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
154. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Defence the assessment that has been carried out of the Defence Forces' capability to support security and protection operations during Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the European Union; and the additional resources, personnel or equipment being put in place to ensure the State is adequately prepared for any security threats arising during the Presidency. [54127…
Shónagh Ní Raghallaigh Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
155. Deputy Shónagh Ní Raghallaigh asked the Minister for Defence her plans to improve retention in Óglaigh na hÉireann; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53936/26]
Barry Ward Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
156. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Defence the position regarding Ireland’s preparedness for a significant cyber-attack on Department of Defence offices and institutions; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [52706/26]
Sinéad Gibney Oral 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
157. Deputy Sinéad Gibney asked the Minister for Defence the status of her plans to abolish the triple lock and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54106/26]
Paul McAuliffe Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
158. Deputy Paul McAuliffe asked the Minister for Defence the way in which Ireland is using the Security Action for Europe, SAFE, Regulation to enhance Ireland's defence capability; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53699/26]
John McGuinness Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
159. Deputy John McGuinness asked the Minister for Defence the factors considered by Government before authorising the participation of Irish troops in peacekeeping missions. [54133/26]
John Connolly Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
160. Deputy John Connolly asked the Minister for Defence the measures she is taking to improve terms and conditions for members of the Defence Forces. [53702/26]
Seán Crowe Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
161. Deputy Seán Crowe asked the Minister for Defence to report on any anti-drone technology that has been acquired by the Defence Forces for use during the EU Presidency; if training on the system has been completed; if it is operational; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53953/26]
Keira Keogh Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
162. Deputy Keira Keogh asked the Minister for Defence the resources that have been provided to support the Defence Forces' capacity in the event of extreme weather; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53694/26]
Sean Fleming Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
163. Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Minister for Defence when she expects the permanent Defence Forces to attain the agreed establishment strength of 9,739; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53697/26]
Seán Crowe Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
164. Deputy Seán Crowe asked the Minister for Defence if there are plans for a public commemoration ceremony to mark the end of the UNIFIL mission given its pre-eminence in terms of Irish involvement with UN peacekeeping due to the number of personnel who have served in Lebanon since Ireland’s first involvement almost a half century ago; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53954/26]
Brendan Smith Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
165. Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Defence if she will report on the planned €400 million investment in Defence Forces infrastructure under the revised NDP. [53895/26]
Sinéad Gibney Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
166. Deputy Sinéad Gibney asked the Minister for Defence her plans to improve the quality and collection of statistics relating to Defence Forces recruitment and retention; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54105/26]
Aengus Ó Snodaigh Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
167. Deputy Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Minister for Defence the defunct, unused or surplus military equipment that has been offered to the Ukrainian authorities; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53649/26]
Peter 'Chap' Cleere Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
168. Deputy Peter 'Chap' Cleere asked the Minister for Defence for a report on the proposed new military equipment store, locker block and ablution facility at Stephens Barracks. [53703/26]
John McGuinness Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
169. Deputy John McGuinness asked the Minister for Defence if all Defence Forces personnel placed on-call for duty during the EU Presidency will be paid promptly. [54134/26]
Tom Brabazon Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
170. Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Defence the measures currently being considered to improve pay and conditions for members of the Defence Forces, with particular regard to recruitment, retention and the overall attractiveness of a career in the Defence Forces. [53652/26]
Seán Ó Fearghaíl Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
171. Deputy Seán Ó Fearghaíl asked the Minister for Defence the current strength of the permanent Defence Forces by, Army, the Air Corps and the Naval Service; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53695/26]
Ryan O'Meara Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
172. Deputy Ryan O'Meara asked the Minister for Defence the action being taken to increase recruitment to the Defence Forces; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54131/26]
Malcolm Byrne Written 16 Jul 2026 · to Defence
173. Deputy Malcolm Byrne asked the Minister for Defence the progress on the development of Ireland’s anti-drone defence capabilities. [53709/26]