Defence Forces reforms
Senators traded jokes about who would next criticise Defence Forces policy, then several Members welcomed the new pay and reform package. The tone was broadly positive, with light banter from the Chair and a reminder to let Senator Ahearn continue.
I do not know what Senator Craughwell is going to talk about now that many of the problems in the Defence Forces have been solved.
Comment on this
I acknowledge the work of the Minister, Deputy Coveney, with the Defence Forces and the Department to come to a solution. Obviously, there are always things that need to be added and other suggestions but, on the whole, this is a really good day for the Defence Forces.