Bernard J. Durkan
Question:286 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Defence the present strength of the Defence Forces; if he has any plans to increase the numbers; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Vol. 425 No. 7
286 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Defence the present strength of the Defence Forces; if he has any plans to increase the numbers; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
On 31 December 1992 the strength of the Permanent Defence Force was as follows:
Officers |
1,576 |
NCOs |
5,064 |
Privates |
6,180 |
Cadets |
69 |
Total |
12,889 |