FCA annual training period
The Minister confirmed FCA and Slua Muirí annual training would remain seven days in 1987, reduced from the normal 14 since 1983 to curb public expenditure. The position will be reviewed, with restoration intended when circumstances permit.
Has there not been a fairly drastic cutback in the training allowances for the FCA vis-à-vis the camps? From the reply of the Minister of State one could take it there has been no cutback in that subhead, but I understand that there has been a severe, drastic cutback.
Comment on this
Annual training in 1987 for members of the FCA and Slua Muirí will be the same as that which has applied since 1983, seven days. The normal training period is 14 days.
Comment on this
The reduction in annual training since 1983 has been necessary as part of the continuing programme for achieving reductions in the level of public expenditure. While the reduced period of annual training is obviously not as beneficial as the full training period, a satisfactory standard of training is being maintained. The position in relation to annual training of the Reserve will be kept under review with the object of restoring the normal situation as soon as circumstances allow. I repeat that the training for 1987 will be on the same lines as that which has applied since 1983.