asked the Minister for Defence his policy in regard to full participation of women in the Army and the armed services.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Women Army Recruits.
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If by full participation the Deputy means that women would serve as armed members of the Defence Forces, I do not see that as likely to happen in the foreseeable future. Subject to this, I shall consider employing women on any new services within or connected with the Defence Forces that may arise in the future.