VIDEO: Naval service in ship shape for passing out parades

New recruits at their passing out parade must realise they are entering the Irish Naval Service at probably the most exciting time in its history.

VIDEO: Naval service in ship shape for passing out parades
Fri, 13 Mar, 2015 - 00:00
Sean O’Riordan

The newly-enlisted 41 men and two women will be working in a fleet which is the most modern in its history.

The €53m LÉ Samuel Beckett is already in service; LÉ James Joyce is due to arrive shortly and another new ship will sail into Haulbowline next year.

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