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Troops miss out on usual forms of compensation

Wronged members of the Defence Forces are no longer being compensated because of the impact of the recession, according to the Defence Ombudsman.

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Complaints to Defence Forces’ watchdog drop

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Troops 'forced to retire at 30'

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Ombudsman anxious about public sector recruitment moratorium

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Defence Forces Ombudsman to publish annual report

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Promotion issues make up third of troops' complaints

Defence Forces’ watchdog reports big rise in cases probed

THE Ombudsman for the Defence Forces (ODF) has reported a significant increase in the number of cases investigated by her office during 2008, with complaints up by almost 40%.

Fri, 29 May, 2009

Defence forces watchdog criticises funding

THE Ombudsman for the Defence Forces has complained that the resources provided to her office are totally inadequate to deal with a growing number of complaints.

Thu, 20 Nov, 2008

Defence forces ombudsman disappointed at funding levels

THE Defence Forces ombudsman yesterday said it was “very disappointing” her office was not getting the funding it needed.

Wed, 04 Jun, 2008

Soldiers face new selection process for overseas service

Soldiers seeking overseas service and careers courses are facing new interview and selection procedures, it was announced today.

Tue, 15 May, 2007

Top lawyer appointed as Defence Forces ombudsman

President Mary McAleese today appointed a senior lawyer and former Insurance Ombudsman as the first Ombudsman for the Defence Forces.

Mon, 19 Sep, 2005