asked the Minister for Defence if civilian aircraft instructors and civilian aircraft inspectors employed by his Department are subject to sections 151 and 152 of the Defence Act, 1954; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

Limerick West): Sections 151 and 152 of the Defence Act 1954 relate to persons subject to military law and do not comprehend the civilians referred to in the question who are employed under section 30 of the Act.