Defence Forces Training.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 November 2009

Tuesday, 3 November 2009

Ceisteanna (830, 831)

Jimmy Deenihan

Ceist:

909 Deputy Jimmy Deenihan asked the Minister for Defence the number of physical education degree holders serving in the Defence Forces; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38159/09]

Jimmy Deenihan

Ceist:

910 Deputy Jimmy Deenihan asked the Minister for Defence the number of physical training instructors in the Defence Forces; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38160/09]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Defence (Deputy Willie O’Dea)

I propose to take Questions Nos. 909 and 910 together.

I am advised by the Military authorities that there are 42 physical education degree holders and 236 physical training instructors currently serving in the Defence Forces. The Military authorities have further advised that these figures are proving adequate at present to meet the needs of the Defence Forces at home and overseas.