John Bruton
Question:107 Mr. J. Bruton asked the Minister for Defence if he will provide a full report on a case of harassment in the Defence Forces (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3323/01]
Vol. 530 No. 1
107 Mr. J. Bruton asked the Minister for Defence if he will provide a full report on a case of harassment in the Defence Forces (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3323/01]
In the specific case raised by the Deputy, the person concerned was interviewed by his commanding officer in November 2000. His allegation that he was being bullied were discussed. The individual has made an application for transfer to another unit. The company commander later informed the individual in question that the requested transfer would not be possible because no appropriate vacancy exists in the unit to which he wished to transfer. The claims of alleged bullying and intimidation were investigated by the military authorities, who could find no evidence or foundation for the allegations. Shortly after the interview in November 2000 the individual informed his unit commander that he was applying for discharge.