Bernard J. Durkan
Question:200 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Defence the equivalent of a degree in information technology with reference to commissioning of information technology qualified non-commissioned officers, a requirement of which is a degree or equivalent in information technology; the number of applicants who have this; the number of applicants who hold this degree; if any non-degree holders will qualify; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21313/98]