Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 2 Nov 1999

Vol. 509 No. 6

Written Answers. - Engineering Corps Strength.

Frances Fitzgerald

Question:

191 Ms Fitzgerald asked the Minister for Defence the numbers in the engineering corps; the shortages, if any; the plans, if any, he has to deal with the situation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21290/99]

Minister for Defence (Mr. M. Smith)

The military authorities advise that the information sought is not readily available but is being compiled. I will write to the Deputy with the information as soon as possible.