asked the Minister for Defence the number of apprentices recruited into the Army in 1985; the number for recruitment in 1986; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Army Apprentices.
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60 Army apprentices were recruited in 1985 and it is proposed to award up to 29 Army apprenticeships in 1986. The Army apprentice intake in any one year is determined by the technician needs of the Defence Forces at the particular time.