Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum

The DF Military Family Political Forum intent is to inform the Family about politicians & political parties who are genuinely respectful of the Defence Forces.

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

Outrageous. Recruitment & Retention solely DOD responsibility. Total failure. @leovaradkar @MichealMartinTD @brendanhowlin @MaryLouMcDonald @EamonRyan @simoncoveney @campaign4kehoe @JohnDowning2 @obraonain @donlav @ConorGallaghe_r

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

@sinnfeinireland now also agree a root & branch review of @DOD_Ireland urgently needed. Dept of Def has operated without credible pol oversight for decades. Strategic HR & budget ctl managed solely by DOD, not the Military; .......

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

..... @simoncoveney @campaign4kehoe @fiachkelly @JohnDowning2 @obraonain @donlav @ConorGallaghe_r

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

Both FG & FF have published their Def plans in Election Manifestos. They are polar opposite in content, ambition & credibility. Do have a look at them & see for yourself. It’s an enlightening exercise. @leovaradkar @MichealMartinTD @brendanhowlin @MaryLouMcDonald @EamonRyan ....

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

.....If you vote in Kildare South please VOTE No. 1 Cathal Berry. @leovaradkar @MichealMartinTD @brendanhowlin @MaryLouMcDonald @EamonRyan @simoncoveney @campaign4kehoe @fiachkelly @JohnDowning2 @obraonain @donlav @ConorGallaghe_r

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

All members & friends of Military Family; ask General Election candidates what is their policy on DF, pay & conditions in DF, retention in DF. Remember, one of our DF Family, @BerryCathal, https://t.co/Ci5MwDcFUj, is running as Ind candidate in Kildare South....

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

...Kildare South needs an independent TD. Mil Fam needs a voice in Dáil/Gov. No 1 Cathal. @leovaradkar @MichealMartinTD @brendanhowlin @MaryLouMcDonald @EamonRyan @simoncoveney @campaign4kehoe @fiachkelly @JohnDowning2 @obraonain @donlav @ConorGallaghe_r

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

@BerryCathal running as Ind in Gen Elec for Kildare South. Great news, one of our DF family. His policy priorities; Health, Housing, Environment, Education, Mil Families. Credible, experienced, energetic candidate.....

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

...RIC/DMP ok it seems, DF not. Shameful. No respect. @leovaradkar @MichealMartinTD @brendanhowlin @MaryLouMcDonald @EamonRyan @simoncoveney @campaign4kehoe @fiachkelly @JohnDowning2 @obraonain @donlav @ConorGallaghe_r

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

Proposed RIC/DMP commemoration off. DF roots are in 1913 formation of Irish Volunteers. DF centenary was 2013. DF proposal to honour centenary vetoed by then FG led Gov, Alan Shatter & DOD. Varadkar, & Coveney members of 2013 Gov.......

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

Who will replace them when they’re gone? @leovaradkar @MichealMartinTD @brendanhowlin @MaryLouMcDonald @EamonRyan @simoncoveney @campaign4kehoe @fiachkelly @JohnDowning2 @obraonain @donlav @ConorGallaghe_r

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

Attempts to recover body of missing Wexford fisherman continues. NS Specialist Diving Team arrived earlier onsite. Heroic short-staffed NS team there despite shameful Gov & DOD neglect of them. This NS team ONLY State asset for such deep recovery work...

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

...Ireland’s best. Ireland’s bravest. We salute you. @leovaradkar @MichealMartinTD @brendanhowlin @MaryLouMcDonald @EamonRyan @simoncoveney @campaign4kehoe @fiachkelly @JohnDowning2 @obraonain @donlav @ConorGallaghe_r

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

At this time of heightened tension in the ME we think of our DF comrades deployed there. Be strong, be safe. Your military family at home have you in our thoughts & prayers. We remain eternally proud of what you do for international peace & security.....

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

....NO political oversight of DOD for decades. Ballot box beckons!! @leovaradkar @MichealMartinTD @brendanhowlin @MaryLouMcDonald @EamonRyan @simoncoveney @campaign4kehoe @fiachkelly @JohnDowning2 @obraonain @donlav @ConorGallaghe_r

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

So much for Leo V & Paul K integrity on Pub Svce Pay Commission follow up with Gov High Level Implementation Plan. All agreed deadlines since Jul 19 launch NOT met. Lies, damn lies, & Varadkar/Kehoe lies. As always DOD shameless & complicit liars. ...

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

.... Sovereignty not about getting rid of the Troika. Are we sovereign? @leovaradkar @MichealMartinTD @brendanhowlin @MaryLouMcDonald @EamonRyan @simoncoveney @campaign4kehoe @fiachkelly @JohnDowning2 @obraonain @donlav @ConorGallaghe_r.

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

Irl since 1922 struggles taking statehood seriously. Sovereignty enshrined in international agreements: defined borders, identifiable population, commitment to physically protect citizens, ability to pursue independent foreign policy;...

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

........@harrymcgee @gavreilly @JohnDowning2 @obraonain @McDonnellDaniel @donlav @ConorGallaghe_r

[Defence Forces Ireland Family - Political Forum @forces_forum]

DF Family political reply to anti DF forces is about to launch New Year. Watch this space closely. Robust new approach to come. @leovaradkar @MichealMartinTD @brendanhowlin @MaryLouMcDonald @simoncoveney @campaign4kehoe @fiachkelly @KevDoyleIndo @CormacMcQuinn .......