asked the Minister for Defence in relation to the rank of private and its naval equivalent, the establishment figure and the strength figure as of (a) 31 October 1987 (b) 31 March 1987 and (c) 31 March 1988.
Written Answers. - Defence Forces Strength.
104.
Limerick West): The information requested is outlined in the schedules beneath:
Army/Air Corps
|
31 March 1987 |
31 October 1987 |
31 March 1988 |
|
|
Establishment |
9,561 |
9,561 |
9,561 |
|
Strength |
6,457 |
5,889 |
6,340 |
Naval Service
|
31 March 1987 |
31 October 1987 |
31 March 1988 |
|
|
Establishment |
548 |
548 |
548 |
|
Strength |
366 |
351 |
340 |