Defence Forces ombudsman highlights poor communication and rising officer complaints in 2024 report

Figures show that 55% of the complaints came from the Army, 34% from the Air Corps and just 8% from the Naval Service. File photo.

Lack of communication from superiors is a common feature of complaints by members of the Defence Forces, the State’s military ombudsman has said.

Alan Mahon, a former judge, also said he has seen a significant increase in recent years in direct complaints from senior officers.