Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Wednesday, 11 Nov 1998

Vol. 496 No. 4

Written Answers. - Defence Forces Recruitment.

Monica Barnes

Ceist:

46 Mrs. Barnes asked the Minister for Defence the various height requirements for entry into the Defence Forces; if these requirements are under review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22972/98]

Minister for Defence (Mr. M. Smith)

The minimum height requirement for entry to the Defence Forces is 5'4" for females and 5'5" for males. I have no plans to amend this eligibility requirement.