Reservists seek job security during overseas missions

Legislation has already been passed in the Dáil to allow overseas participation by members of the Reserve Defence Forces, and is on its way to the Seanad. Picture: Eddie O'Hare

The association representing the country's military reserves has welcomed legislation to allow its members to serve overseas for the first time, but added that a number of measures need to be taken to ensure this becomes a reality, such as securing their full-time jobs while abroad.

Legislation has already been passed in the Dáil to allow overseas participation and is on its way to the Seanad. After that, it will be signed into law by President Michael D Higgins.