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THE DEFENCE FORCES have announced plans to recruit close to a thousand new personnel.
Defence Minister Paul Kehoe today announced a major recruitment drive for 2017.
The recruitment is aimed at honouring the Government’s commitment to keep the strength levels of the Defence Forces – which includes the Army, Naval Service and Air Corps – at 9,500 personnel.
In total, the forces are seeking to recruit 860 new personnel across all services this year.
Commenting on the launch of the drive, Minister Kehoe said that it was “extremely significant” and was targeting general service recruits, apprentices and cadets.
“It opens up significant opportunities, across the Army, Air Corps and Naval Service, for young people to serve their country as members of Óglaigh na hÉireann,” said Kehoe.
“For each individual, it also offers a unique career opportunity and first class training.”
Kehoe also spoke about the importance of diversity and inclusion in the Defence Forces.
He encouraged women and “new Irish” in particular to join up.
“It is important that Óglaigh na hÉireann represents the richness and diversity of the community it serves,” he said.
The Defence Forces welcomes and respects all, irrespective of gender, creed, ethnicity or sexual orientation.
Recruitment for general enlistment is already underway. People can apply on military.ie
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There needs to be an appropriate oversight/ complaints system in place for community palliative care. Whilst most have a good & caring experience that supports the dying person & leads to a healthy grieving process, not everyone has this & when it goes wrong, there should be someone to contact to address it immediately. Otherwise, it leaves many broken bereaved family members in its wake.
@Majella Beattie: agree with you wholeheartedly.
The palliative care teams I have seen are all heroes.
Absolute heros! And they need good support as well, and the recognition from society. “Palliative care” should not make people “fearful”. Affected individuals usually appreciate the support, whereas unaffected people shy away from the topic. Some may not have any spiritual understanding (despite their religion they may or may not have) or just sweep it under the carpet. Death is the only certainty in life. One can ignore it or be fearful, but it’s to be faced.
I think most of us think it’s “the end” when we hear palliative care
Had it mentioned in relation to a family member recently, and our reaction was fearful that yes, this is the end until explained that that may not be the case. There is an urgent need for education here as I think most would be of the opinion that it is end of life care
Surprised it is only half. While not everyone under palliative care is end of life, everyone referred there is very unwell. Of course there is a negative association with it.
Why don’t they just change the name of the group of people that specifically deal with end of life care. The words “Palliative care” sends shivers up and down every spine. You’re not going to change that.
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