Robert Molloy
Question:25 Mr. Molloy asked the Minister for Defence if he will ensure that the recommendation that the FCA/Second Line Reserve be reduced from an existing strength of 16,000, all ranks, to a strength of approximately 5,000, will not be implemented in this the 50th anniversary year of the establishment of this efficient, loyal, patriotic and disciplined force, which has given voluntary unpaid service to the State in cities, towns, villages and rural areas throughout the country. [14443/96]