asked the Minister for Defence if he has any plans to strengthen the Naval Service.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Naval Service.
56.
Apart from Executive Branch officers, of whom there is a shortage, the strength of the Naval Service is adequate for requirements at present. Steps are being taken to remedy the shortage of Executive Branch officers.
Will the Minister state why he did not retain the boat Claudia when he had so successfully captured it?
The matter is sub judice and the Deputy knows that very well.
How can it be sub judice when the boat is gone?
The matter is sub judice.
I have a letter here to the effect that——
Question No. 57.
Were any fish found in the Claudia?
I have called Question No. 57. The Deputy should please allow the Minister to reply.
Were any fish found in the Claudia?
The Deputy is not in order.