Military Uniforms.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 May 2004

Tuesday, 11 May 2004

Questions (71)

John Cregan

Question:

98 Mr. Cregan asked the Minister for Defence if he has plans to issue other ranks of the PDF with some form of dress uniform; if he has plans to alter or update the current No. 1 uniform for ceremonial purposes; and, if there are changes being considered, when they are likely to be implemented. [13370/04]

Written answers

Minister for Defence (Mr. M. Smith)

Defence Force regulations prescribe for the issue of uniforms to members of the Defence Forces.

There is no provision in the relevant regulations for the provision of dress uniforms for other ranks personnel of the Permanent Defence Force. There are no plans or proposals to introduce such a uniform item.