Bernard Allen
Question:190 Mr. Allen asked the Minister for Defence his views on the accuracy of the reported strength of the FCÁ; if any test or unannounced check is ever conducted to validate the returns; whether he considers that the present system of funding for units does not encourage the marking up of non-effective members and thereby prevent recruitment of active personnel; and if he considers that this practice leads to demoralisation among the active FCÁ personnel.