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Defence Forces

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 19 February 2026

Thursday, 19 February 2026

Ceisteanna (215)

Ken O'Flynn

Ceist:

215. Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Defence the estimated average cost to the Exchequer of recruiting, inducting and training a General Service Recruit in the Permanent Defence Forces, broken down by Army, Naval Service and Air Corps; the total estimated cost of recruits who did not complete training in each of the years 2020 to 2025; and the estimated cost of personnel who left the Permanent Defence Forces within 24 months of induction in each of those years [13749/26]

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Freagraí scríofa

The information requested is not readily available.

In order to fulfill this request, it is necessary to collate and evaluate a significant amount of legacy information, and it will not be possible to reply within the short timelines specified.

I will respond in full to the Deputy as soon as this analysis has been completed.

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