Applications for defence force cadets up 100%

THE number of people applying for cadet posts in the defence forces has jumped by 100% in the past year, with one-quarter of applications coming from college graduates.

So far, 1,641 applications have been received by the defence forces for just 42 roles advertised this month.

The figures, which represent a rise of almost 100% on last year, suggest that applicants have not been deterred by Bord Snip proposals to cut 500 defence forces personnel.