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Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 15 November 2017

Wednesday, 15 November 2017

Questions (230)

Jonathan O'Brien

Question:

230. Deputy Jonathan O'Brien asked the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence further to Parliamentary Question No. 196 of 8 November 2017, if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the television service providers based and operating here are broadcasting recruitment advertisements for armed forces outside the State (details supplied); the steps he will take to ensure that persons here are not subject to the recruitment drives of other states' armed forces; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48369/17]

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In parliamentary question number 196 of 8th November 2017 my colleague, the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment set out the position with regard to the provision of broadcasting and on-demand audiovisual services in the European Union and the regulation of the channel referred to. In today's media rich world, citizens of Ireland may be exposed to advertisements through a range of media sources. These advertisements may include recruitment advertisements for foreign military organisations. However, it is my understanding that in the case of TV advertisements, these advertisements are intended for citizens of the State in which such audiovisual media services are established.

As Minister with responsibility for Defence, I am happy that the Permanent Defence Force (PDF) is the employer of choice for those Irish citizens who are interested in pursuing a military career in an organisation with a world class reputation.  The PDF provides such individuals with training, career progression and ongoing development in a diverse range of roles.

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