Defence Forces

Tuesday, 16 November 2021

Questions (332)

Jim O'Callaghan

Question:

332. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Defence the strength of the Reserve Defence Force as of 31 October 2021 or the latest date available; if he will provide a breakdown of all ranks across the three services and the gender breakdown of same in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56134/21]

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Minister for Defence

The Reserve Defence Force (RDF) is comprised of the First Line Reserve (FLR), the Army Reserve (AR) and the Naval Service Reserve (NSR).

The effective strength of the Army Reserve (AR) and Naval Service Reserve (NSR), as of 31 October 2021, are set out below:

Details of Army and Naval Reserves