Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 November 2016
536. Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence his plans to amend the Defence Forces Regulation C S 4 with respect to the Naval Service to make an additional appointment to the rank of captain; if this plan will impact on Naval Service officers currently serving; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33284/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraA proposal for the up-ranking of a particular appointment in the Naval Service and the case for and the implications thereof is currently being considered by the Department. No decision has yet been made in this regard.
The CS4 represents the Employment Control Framework for the Defence Forces, and any amendment thereto will also require engagement with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform. At this time therefore no decision has been made to amend the relevant Defence Forces Regulation.
