Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 21 Feb 1995

Vol. 449 No. 4

Written Answers - Professionals Serving in Defence Forces.

Michael Bell

Question:

233 Mr. Bell asked the Minister for Defence the number of doctors, dentists, engineers and architects serving in na Buan Oglaigh, the FCA, Slua Muirí and the first line reserve as at 30 June 1992, 1993 and 1994; whether he has satisfied himself that there are adequate numbers serving to fulfil the current and future needs of the Defence Forces; and if he will make a statement on the matter.[3748/95]

Minister for Defence (Mr. Coveney)

The statistical details requested are contained in the following schedule. I am satisfied that there are sufficient doctors, dentists and engineers serving at present to provide for the needs of the Defence Forces for the foreseeable future.

SCHEDULE

Doctors and Dentists Serving in the Medical Corps.

	30 June 1992	30 June 1993	30 June 1994
Permanent Defence Force	38	38	39
First Line Reserve	7	5	6
An Fórsa Cosanta Áitiúil	10	8	10

Technical Officers Serving in the Engineer Corps.

	30 June 1992	30 June 1993	30 June 1994
Permanent Defence Force	55	50	54
First Line Reserve	16	18	18
An Fórsa Cosanta Áitiúil	9	10	11

Note: There is no provision in Defence Forces Establishments for Architects.