Women's Service Corps legislation and duties
The Minister said legislation establishing a Women's Service Corps was nearing completion, but declined to discuss its duties before presenting the legislation.
asked the Minister for Defence if he intends to introduce a female corps into the armed forces; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Comment on this
As I have already indicated, the Government are committed to the establishment of a Women's Service Corps as part of the Defence Forces.
The detailed work associated with implementing this commitment is nearing completion. This involves consideration of the legislation required and the structure of the Corps. I would hope to be in a position to introduce the legislation in the near future.
Comment on this
What similarity will exist between the duties of the new Corps and those of the male personnel? Has any work been done on that?
Comment on this
It might be better if the Deputy waited until the legislation is before the House. It is my intention to have it here as soon as possible. There are many questions one could ask but it is not fair to expect that they would be answered in advance of the legislation.