Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 19 May 2026
321. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Defence further to Parliamentary Question No. 363 of 21 April 2026, if she is now in a position to supply the data requested; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36794/26]
View answerI refer to Parliamentary Question 28413/26, which was for answer on 21st of April 2026. This question was deferred as the information sought was not readily available within the time frame.
There is currently a limited availability of qualified vehicle body repair technicians. As a result, external service providers are engaged to support the completion of essential repairs. This approach assists in minimising delays in returning vehicles to operational service and helps to maintain overall fleet readiness and mission delivery. The use of external contracts supports continuity of service while ensuring value for money.
I am advised by the military authorities that their records show expenditure for the last 3 years of €712,425 in total. The breakdown of this amount is set out in tabular form below.
Annualised expenditure on vehicle body repair and recovery
|
Year |
Cost |
|
2025 |
€166,432 |
|
2024 |
€248,654 |
|
2023 |
€297,339
|
A wide range of primary care medical services, encompassing a broad array of disciplines are provided to members of the Permanent Defence Force under the auspices of the Defence Forces Medical Corps. A range of measures to ensure continuity of service of all aspects of medical care to personnel are employed, including outsourcing, contracted professionals and agency workers, as appropriate.
I am informed by the military authorities that expenditure on contract medicals for Permanent and Reservice Defence Force personnel in the period 2023 to 2025 was €385,340 in total. The breakdown of this amount is set out in tabular form below.
Annualised expenditure on Contract Medicals
|
Year |
Cost |
|
2025 |
€138,140 |
|
2024 |
€185,640 |
|
2023 |
€61,560 |
