Over 120 Defence Forces members forced to rely on benefits due to low pay

More than 120 people working for the Defence Forces are on such low pay they have to rely on benefits to make ends meet.

Over 120 Defence Forces members forced to rely on benefits due to low pay

More than 120 people working for the Defence Forces are on such low pay they have to rely on benefits to make ends meet.

According to the Department of Welfare, 124 people working in the Defence Forces receive the Working Family Payment.

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