239 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Defence the extent to which the Defence Forces have been requested to assist in the current inclement weather conditions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46602/10]

During the severe weather period, the Defence Forces conducted 708 operations and acceded to all requests for assistance from An Garda Síochána, the Health Service Executive, Local Authorities and other bodies such as the Blood Bank, St. Vincent de Paul, the Hospice Movement and Meals on Wheels.