asked the Minister for Defence if he is aware that there is a widespread desire amongst the non-commissioned officers and men in the Army that they should receive their pay on the Friday or Saturday of each week instead of the Wednesday as at present; and, if so, whether he will ensure that the pay day should be altered to meet this desire.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Army Pay Days.
I am aware of the desire amongst the non-commissioned officers and men in the Army that they should receive their pay on the Friday or Saturday of each week instead of the Wednesday, and I hope to be in a position shortly to alter the pay day to Friday.