RACO raises concerns over chronic understaffing in Ireland's Defence Forces, advocating for a dedicated Minister for Defence and increased pay for UN peacekeepers.
The Representative Association of Commissioned Officers (RACO) in Ireland has raised alarms about chronic understaffing in the Defence Forces during their annual conference. They advocate for a dedicated Minister for Defence and increased pay for personnel on UN peacekeeping missions. RACO highlighted the negative impact of officer shortages on leadership, morale, and retention. The Irish government has allocated €1.35 billion for defense in Budget 2025, including funds for 400 additional recruits.
October 02, 2024
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