Fine Gael Spokesman for Defence, David Stanton T.D. has called on the Minister to seek out an early opportunity to deploy the Defence Forces force to a battalion sized mission overseas to ensure Ireland maintains their hard earned reputation as a world class peace support force and to maintain the highest standards of a professional military force.
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Stanton Appointed to Justice, Defence and Women’s Rights Dail Committee
Cork East Fine Gael TD, David Stanton was recently appointed to the Dail Committee which deals with Justice, Defence and Women’s Rights.
Congo commemoration a reminder of invaluable service provided by Irish troops overseas
Fine Gael Spokesman for Defence, David Stanton T.D., has today (Friday) paid tribute to the Defence Forces on the 50th anniversary of the first deployment of Irish peacekeepers to the Congo, many of whom made the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf in the pursuit of peace.
David Stanton Questions Minister on Defence Forces Strength
Click here to watch David’s: Question to Minister on Defence Forces Strength