Defence Forces Strength

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 November 2019

Wednesday, 6 November 2019

Questions (70)

Jack Chambers

Question:

70. Deputy Jack Chambers asked the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the most up-to-date figures for the strength of the Defence Forces; the ranks across the three services and gender breakdown of same in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45656/19]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Defence

The attached table shows the strength of the Defence Forces; the ranks across the three services and gender breakdown of same, as at 30th September 2019, the latest date for which such data is available.

Recruitment and inductions will continue throughout 2019 to ensure the Defence Forces retain the capacity to operate effectively across all roles.

Table - Strength by Rank September 2019