Department of Defence

📢 FINAL week for submissions! We are developing a new National Maritime Security Strategy. Your views on our proposed strategic and organisational goals are welcomed. To get involved, complete the short survey here: bit.ly/4mZa1w8 #Survey #Strategy #Haveyoursay

Only 2 weeks left! The Department of Defence is developing its new National Maritime Security Strategy. Your views on our proposed strategic and organisational goals are welcomed. To participate, complete the short survey here: bit.ly/4mZa1w8 #Survey #Strategy

Don't forget, 3 weeks to go! The Department of Defence is developing its new National Maritime Security Strategy. Your views on our proposed strategic and organisational goals are welcomed. To participate, complete the short survey here: bit.ly/4mZa1w8 #Survey

The Department of Defence is developing its new National Maritime Security Strategy. We would like your views on our proposed strategic and organisational goals. To participate, please complete the short survey here: bit.ly/4mZa1w8 #HaveYourSay #Survey #Strategy

Government has today published the updated National Development Plan, with unprecedented levels of investment, to secure Ireland's future, unlock housing, upgrade water and energy infrastructure, deliver more roads, and provide better public transport gov.ie/en/department-…

Colonel Colm Ó Luasa has been appointed as Deputy Chief of Staff Support of the Defence Forces. Colonel Ó Luasa is a professional Cavalry and Special Forces officer with over 39 years' experience in a variety of roles. Read more here: gov.ie/en/department-…

I want to thank all State agencies involved in the MV Matthew operation. A courageous, complex mission led by the Defence Forces, Air Corps, Naval Service & ARW resulted in a major drug seizure & prosecutions. Govt remains committed to resourcing this vital work.

Tánaiste & Minister for Defence, @SimonHarrisTD today agreed that @IRLDeptDefence should leverage a new European Union instrument – the SAFE (Security Action for Europe) Regulation – to speed-up delivery of Ireland’s defence capability. More info here: 👉 bit.ly/3FZCHVj

Tá an Straitéis Náisiúnta Slándála Muirí á fhorbairt ag an Roinn Cosanta. Ba mhaith linn do chuid tuairimí a fháil faoi na spriocanna straitéiseacha eagraíochtúla atá beartaithe againn. Comhlánaigh an suirbhé gairid anseo, le do thoil: bit.ly/4mZa1w8 #Straitéis

Today, Military Pilot Wings were presented to the 30th Young Officers Wings Course after over 3 years of intense military & flying training. A proud milestone for the newest pilots of the Irish Air Corps. #IrishAirCorps #30thYOWC #WingsCeremony @defenceforces

I am deeply concerned to hear about the incident that has taken place in Carlow tonight and have been kept briefed. I understand a young child has been hurt and I join with people across our country in thinking of them and their family tonight. Full statement below.

Inniu Lá Idirnáisiúnta Choimeádaithe Síochána na NA. ☘️ Today is International Day of UN Peacekeepers. Thank you to the continued commitment of the @defenceforces and their significant contributions to global peace efforts. #UNPeacekeepers #Ireland #Peace

🚨 Only a few days left to apply for opportunity as Defence Forces Civilian #Cyber #Responders. If you know someone who might be interested in this position, please share this post with them! Click below for more info lnkd.in/emxphqA6 #CyberSecurity @defenceforces

Tánaiste @SimonHarrisTD today attended a ceremony at McKee Barracks Dublin to mark the transfer of authority from outgoing Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Seán Clancy to incoming Chief of Staff, Brigadier General Rossa Mulcahy @defenceforces 👇gov.ie/en/department-…

Ireland is proud to host European Maritime Day 2025, with @corkcitycouncil and @EU_Commission, in Cork City from 21-23 May. #EMD2025 is where Europe’s ocean leaders meet to discuss the future of Europe’s maritime policy. More info here: maritime-forum.ec.europa.eu/theme/governan… @merrionstreet

Well done to the eleven members of the Air Corps Pilot Cadet Class 2023 (AC PCC23) who were commissioned as officers of @defenceforces at a ceremony in Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel yesterday. 👇gov.ie/en/department-…

The major infrastructural development underway at Gormanston Camp was seen first-hand by a delegation of EU Ambassadors and representatives today. The work and service of our @defenceforces not only strengthens our nation but our European Union too. @IRLDeptDefence 🇮🇪🇪🇺

Honoured to address the #PDFORRA Annual Conference in Killarney. 🇮🇪 is now at a pivotal juncture when it comes to defence and security. It is vital that we remain vigilant in the face of global threats by significantly increasing defence spending and expanding our capabilities.

President Michael D. Higgins and his wife Sabina this afternoon hosted officers and volunteers from Civil Defence units across the country at Áras an Uachtaráin to mark the organisation’s 75th anniversary

🎉Today, we are marking 75 years of @CivilDefenceIRL with @PresidentIRL A big thank you to all the volunteers who've dedicated themselves to community service over the years. Join us in celebrating their invaluable contributions! #CivilDefence75 gov.ie/en/department-…