Defence Forces

131. Deputy Roderic O'Gorman asked the Minister for Defence the number of times she has met with the Women of Honour group in 2026; the details of the issues discussed; her plans to address these issues; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54222/26]

133. Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Defence the plans in place to develop Aiken Barracks; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53741/26]

139. Deputy Martin Daly asked the Minister for Defence the specific capital investment projects planned for the Defence Forces over the next five years; the way in which these investments will address current capability gaps identified by the Commission on the Defence Forces; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54047/26]

142. Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Defence the steps she is taking to improve retention in the Defence Forces; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54218/26]

147. Deputy Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire asked the Minister for Defence her views on the matter of there being no adjudicator in place for the Defence Forces conciliation and arbitration scheme since June 2025; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54265/26]

149. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Defence the number of personnel currently living in Haulbowline and Collins Barracks. [52759/26]

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]

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 matt…

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]

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 th…

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

173. Deputy Malcolm Byrne asked the Minister for Defence the progress on the development of Ireland’s anti-drone defence capabilities. [53709/26]