asked the Minister for Defence whether he is aware that a number of officers called from the reserve for permanent service with the regular Army and subsequently demobilised have failed to secure reinstatement in their former civilian employment; that these men are now out of work and unable to obtain new employment; and whether in the circumstances he proposes to provide compensation for men so circumstanced.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Demobilised Officers.
Representations have already been made to employers in any cases which have been brought to my attention.
As I have previously informed the House, I am prepared to make representations to employers concerned whenever a specific case of loss of employment consequential on Army service is brought to my notice.
The answer to the latter part of the Deputy's question is in the negative.