asked the Minister for Defence the present strength of the Army, distinguishing between the various ranks; and if he will give similar details for each of the last five years.

As the reply is in the form of a tabular statement, I propose, a Cheann Comhairle, with your permission, to circulate it in the Official Report.

Following is the statement:

STRENGTH OF NA BUAN-ÓGLAIGH AT THE END OF FEABHRA, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964.