Naval manpower crisis worsens with shortages in many ranks

The Naval Service manpower crisis is worsening and the service has haemorrhaged a large number of experienced NCOs (non-commissioned officers), who are the backbone of the force.

Naval manpower crisis worsens with shortages in many ranks

The Naval Service manpower crisis is worsening and the service has haemorrhaged a large number of experienced NCOs (non-commissioned officers), who are the backbone of the force.

Figures obtained by the Irish Examiner show the navy is operating way below its designated minimum strength and that there are shortages in many ranks.

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