asked the Minister for Defence whether his attention has been drawn to reports that the Irish Government were planning to replace the Irish Navy's three frigates by the purchase of three ocean mine-sweepers of the American Agile class; whether such a replacement is in fact under consideration or has been decided upon; and, if such replacement has been decided upon, at what date it is expected to acquire the new ships.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Replacement of Naval Service Frigates.
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I have seen the report referred to by the Deputy. As I stated in the House on 27 Meitheamh, 1962, in reply to a Question by Deputy Sir Anthony C. Esmonde, the replacement of our corvettes is not at present contemplated.