Defence Forces roles
The Minister said no basic change to the roles of the Naval Service, Army or Air Corps was planned, though emphasis could shift as circumstances required.
asked the Minister for Defence if there are any plans to change the role of (i) the Naval Service (ii) the Army and (ii) the Air Corps.
Comment on this
While the position regarding the roles of the Defence Forces is kept under constant review, no basic change in role is contemplated at present. Changes in emphasis arise, however, from time to time to meet changing situations and the Deputy will, no doubt, be aware of recently announced developments including the creation of a Curragh Command, the expansion of the fishery protection role involving both the Naval Service and the Air Corps and the decision to make available again, if required, a contingent of the Permanent Defence Force for service with United Nations peace-keeping forces.