Ireland should avail of EU loans for defence if scheme reopens, says Harris – The Irish Times
Ireland should avail of loans available from the European Commission to purchase military equipment if the opportunity arises…
Defence Forces Ombudsman does not have power to investigate case of commandant denied promotion
The Defence Forces Ombudsman has concluded that he does not have the power to investigate the case of…
Government may fast-track citizenship for military personnel – The Irish Times
The Government is examining plans to fast-track citizenship for immigrants who complete military service in Ireland. Sources say…
Revised defence plan deadlines to be brought to Cabinet tomorrow as some projects pushed back
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Ireland found in breach of European treaty over lack of Defence Forces overtime – The Irish Times
A finding against the Irish Government for not paying members of the Defence Forces premiums for public holidays…
Defence Forces condemns Israeli chemical drop in southern Lebanon – The Irish Times
The Defence Forces has condemned an aerial drop of unidentified chemicals by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) over…
Ireland is buying defence capability, without confronting what that actually requires
Ireland is now exporting its distinctive military culture into the European defence conversation. In a recent interview, General…
Cabinet to approve plans for abolition of the triple lock – The Irish Times
The Government is set to reject a recommendation from an Oireachtas committee to have a “formal legal review”…
Defence Forces retires ‘disastrous’ armoured fleet as it looks to French replacements – The Irish Times
The Defence Forces quietly retired its fleet of 27 light armoured vehicles after they proved to be “disastrous”…
As Ireland strengthens its military, one country and company gain the most – The Irish Times
This week in Farnborough, near London, hundreds of arms company representatives mingled with military officers and government officials…
Army called to Trump’s Doonbeg golf resort after discovery of suspicious package – The Irish Times
The Defence Forces bomb disposal team have been called to Trump Doonbeg Golf Links & Hotel in Co…
Outsourcing Ireland’s defence carries immediate strategic costs
Since leaving the Naval Service last year, I have followed growing commentary suggesting Ireland should outsource elements of…